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Abstract Modernist Earrings

Vintage Abstract Mixed Metal Dangle Earrings
Vintage Abstract Mixed Metal Dangle Earrings

Vintage Abstract Mixed Metal Dangle Earrings

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These Vintage Abstract Mixed Metal Dangle Earrings are a striking blend of artistic expression and

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Mid-20th Century Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Textured 18k Yellow Gold Abstract Statement Stud Earrings
Textured 18k Yellow Gold Abstract Statement Stud Earrings

Textured 18k Yellow Gold Abstract Statement Stud Earrings

$1,677 / set

W 0.24 in D 0.08 in L 0.79 in

Textured 18k Yellow Gold Abstract Statement Stud Earrings

By Agata Karwowska

Located in London, England

Textured 18k Yellow Gold Abstract Statement Stud Earrings Handcrafted from recycled 18k yellow

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modernist Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Glass Crystal Pearl Enamel Abstract Link Dangling Earrings
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Glass Crystal Pearl Enamel Abstract Link Dangling Earrings

KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Glass Crystal Pearl Enamel Abstract Link Dangling Earrings

By Kenneth Jay Lane

Located in Milford, DE

A pair of abstract dangling post earrings by Kenneth Jay Lane. Feature black enamel, prong-set

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

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Modernist Abstract Drop Earrings, 18 Carat Gold Plated
Modernist Abstract Drop Earrings, 18 Carat Gold Plated

Modernist Abstract Drop Earrings, 18 Carat Gold Plated

By Bar Jewellery

Located in London, GB

BAR Jewellery, London UK, DUET EARRINGS, Gold Plated Inspired by costume jewellery of the 1970s

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Vintage 1960s British Modernist Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Abstract Dangle Hoop Earrings in Recycled Silver
Abstract Dangle Hoop Earrings in Recycled Silver

Abstract Dangle Hoop Earrings in Recycled Silver

By Bar Jewellery

Located in London, GB

BAR Jewellery, London UK, GLIDE EARRINGS, Sterling Silver The Glide Earrings are abstract hoops

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Silver

Abstract Dangle Hoop Earrings, 18 Carat Gold Plated Recycled Silver
Abstract Dangle Hoop Earrings, 18 Carat Gold Plated Recycled Silver

Abstract Dangle Hoop Earrings, 18 Carat Gold Plated Recycled Silver

By Bar Jewellery

Located in London, GB

BAR Jewellery, London UK, GLIDE EARRINGS, Gold Plated The Glide Earrings are abstract hoops that

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Abstract Sculptural Necklace and Earrings Set
Abstract Sculptural Necklace and Earrings Set

Abstract Sculptural Necklace and Earrings Set

By Carnegie

Located in Chicago, IL

This necklace and earring set has an abstract modern design. The pendant and earring drops are

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Vintage 1960s Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

1960'S Silver & Enamel Abstract Big Flower Brooch & Earrings S/3 By Coventry
1960'S Silver & Enamel Abstract Big Flower Brooch & Earrings S/3 By Coventry

1960'S Silver & Enamel Abstract Big Flower Brooch & Earrings S/3 By Coventry

By Sarah Coventry

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1960'S Silver Plate & Enamel Modernist Abstract Dimensional Big Flower Brooch & Earrings By, Sarah

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20th Century American Modernist Brooches

Ed Wiener Gold American Abstract Modernist Earrings
Ed Wiener Gold American Abstract Modernist Earrings

Ed Wiener Gold American Abstract Modernist Earrings

By Ed Wiener

Located in Palm Springs, CA

18k gold abstract modernist earrings designed and created by Ed Wiener of New York City, New York

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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Ed Wiener Sterling Silver Abstract Modernist Earrings
Ed Wiener Sterling Silver Abstract Modernist Earrings

Ed Wiener Sterling Silver Abstract Modernist Earrings

By Ed Wiener

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Sterling silver handmade drop earrings created by jeweler Ed Wiener of New York circa 1950's

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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Abstract Mexican Sterling Silver Earrings, 1950's
Modernist Abstract Mexican Sterling Silver Earrings, 1950's

Modernist Abstract Mexican Sterling Silver Earrings, 1950's

Located in Atlanta, GA

1950's modernist sterling silver earrings made in Mexico. The abstract design has a two

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Modernist More Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ed Wiener Coral Sterling Silver Abstract American Modernist Earrings
Ed Wiener Coral Sterling Silver Abstract American Modernist Earrings

Ed Wiener Coral Sterling Silver Abstract American Modernist Earrings

By Ed Wiener

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Sterling and coral bead abstract leaf earrings created by American modernist jeweler Ed Wiener of

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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

1980s Abstract Sculptural Sterling Silver Modernist Earrings
1980s Abstract Sculptural Sterling Silver Modernist Earrings

1980s Abstract Sculptural Sterling Silver Modernist Earrings

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful and sculptural pair of abstract sterling silver square button earrings. Each measures

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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Gold Abstract Coil Statement Earrings, 1980s
Modernist Gold Abstract Coil Statement Earrings, 1980s

Modernist Gold Abstract Coil Statement Earrings, 1980s

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Each earring measures 1.5" x

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Ed Wiener Gold New York Modernist Dangling Hoop Earrings
Ed Wiener Gold New York Modernist Dangling Hoop Earrings

Ed Wiener Gold New York Modernist Dangling Hoop Earrings

By Ed Wiener

Located in Palm Springs, CA

1950's abstract modernist 14k gold pierced earrings created by Ed Wiener of New York, New York

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Vintage 1960s American Modernist Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

ED WIENER Abstract Motif Earrings
ED WIENER Abstract Motif Earrings

ED WIENER Abstract Motif Earrings

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H 1.25 in W 1.88 in

ED WIENER Abstract Motif Earrings

By Ed Wiener

Located in Litchfield, CT

These abstract motif 14k gold earrings are especially fluid examples of Ed Wiener's mid-career work

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Vintage 1960s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

Gubelin Fabulous Abstract Diamond Gold Earrings
Gubelin Fabulous Abstract Diamond Gold Earrings

Gubelin Fabulous Abstract Diamond Gold Earrings

By Gubelin

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1970s, 18k, Switzerland. These tailored abstractions are chic reminders that fashion begins with art. This sublime organic form is accented with .30 carats of brilliant white ...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Ugo Correani 1980s Abstract Face Pendant Earrings
Ugo Correani 1980s Abstract Face Pendant Earrings

Ugo Correani 1980s Abstract Face Pendant Earrings

By Ugo Correani

Located in New York, NY

Italianjewelry and fashion jewelry designer Ugo Correani 1980s large face pendant earrings in the

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Vintage 1980s Italian Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

Gilbert Albert Abstract Swiss Modern Ruby and Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Gilbert Albert Abstract Swiss Modern Ruby and Diamond Chandelier Earrings

Gilbert Albert Abstract Swiss Modern Ruby and Diamond Chandelier Earrings

By Gilbert Albert

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1970s, 18k, by Gilbert Albert, Genève, Switzerland. Transcendently stylish, these earrings

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Leto Lama Puzzle - Abstract Art 18 Ct Gold Geometric Sapphire Love Studs
Leto Lama Puzzle - Abstract Art 18 Ct Gold Geometric Sapphire Love Studs

Leto Lama Puzzle - Abstract Art 18 Ct Gold Geometric Sapphire Love Studs

Located in London, GB

Unique 18 Ct Gold Heart, Round, and Rectangular Abstract Art Sapphire Love Studs. Perfect for any

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modernist Stud Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Irene Brynner Modernist Non-Pierced Gold Abstract Earrings
Irene Brynner Modernist Non-Pierced Gold Abstract Earrings

Irene Brynner Modernist Non-Pierced Gold Abstract Earrings

By Irena Brynner 1

Located in South Charleston, WV

A gorgeous pair of hard to find non-pierced gold abstract earrings by studio jeweler Ireme Brynner

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Art Smith Sterling Silver Abstract Modernist Earrings
Art Smith Sterling Silver Abstract Modernist Earrings

Art Smith Sterling Silver Abstract Modernist Earrings

By Art Smith

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Sterling silver modernist screw back earrings by Art Smith of New York, New York. Earrings

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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ed Wiener Studio Sterling Silver Abstract Modernist Earrings
Ed Wiener Studio Sterling Silver Abstract Modernist Earrings

Ed Wiener Studio Sterling Silver Abstract Modernist Earrings

By Ed Wiener

Located in Palm Springs, CA

An abstract pair of sterling silver earrings designed by Ed Wiener of New York City. Wiener was a

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Vintage 1940s American Modernist Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

1950s Ed Wiener Turquoise Sterling Silver Abstract Modernist Earrings
1950s Ed Wiener Turquoise Sterling Silver Abstract Modernist Earrings

1950s Ed Wiener Turquoise Sterling Silver Abstract Modernist Earrings

By Ed Wiener

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Abstract modern screwback earrings in sterling silver with turquoise bead accent circa 1950's

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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Paul Lobel Studio Sterling Silver American Abstract Modernist Earrings
Paul Lobel Studio Sterling Silver American Abstract Modernist Earrings

Paul Lobel Studio Sterling Silver American Abstract Modernist Earrings

By Paul Lobel

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A pair of 1950's modernist studio earrings by Paul Lobel of New York City, New York. Earrings have

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Vintage 1950s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Gold Abstract Earrings
Modernist Gold Abstract Earrings

Modernist Gold Abstract Earrings

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A sculptural pair of Mid-century earrings. The 14k 2 1/4" x 5/8" dangle earrings of abstract

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Mid-20th Century American Dangle Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

Signed Gale Rothstein Designer Modernist Abstract Faux Gem Drop Earrings
Signed Gale Rothstein Designer Modernist Abstract Faux Gem Drop Earrings

Signed Gale Rothstein Designer Modernist Abstract Faux Gem Drop Earrings

Located in Montreal, QC

Fabulous Signed Gale Rothstein Designer Modernist Faux Multi-Gem Dangle Earrings. Striking Abstract

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Signed Gale Rothstein Designer Modernist Abstract Multi Gem Drop Earrings
Signed Gale Rothstein Designer Modernist Abstract Multi Gem Drop Earrings

Signed Gale Rothstein Designer Modernist Abstract Multi Gem Drop Earrings

By Gale Rothstein

Located in Montreal, QC

Fabulous Signed Gale Rothstein Designer Modernist Long Multi-Gem Turquoise, Onyx and Carnelian

Category

Late 20th Century American Modernist Drop Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, Onyx, Turquoise, Gold Plate

Matisse Rare Vintage 1950s Abstract Modernist Enamel on Copper Earrings
Matisse Rare Vintage 1950s Abstract Modernist Enamel on Copper Earrings

Matisse Rare Vintage 1950s Abstract Modernist Enamel on Copper Earrings

By Matisse

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare vintage 1950s abstract modernist enamel on copper earrings by Matisse of California

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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Bernard K. Passman Black Coral & Diamonds Gold Earrings
Bernard K. Passman Black Coral & Diamonds Gold Earrings

Bernard K. Passman Black Coral & Diamonds Gold Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Abstract or Modernist Triangular Earrings The earrings are by Bernard K. Passman The earrings are

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bernard K. Passman Black Coral and Diamonds Gold Earrings
Bernard K. Passman Black Coral and Diamonds Gold Earrings

Bernard K. Passman Black Coral and Diamonds Gold Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Abstract or Modernist Triangular Earrings The earrings are by Bernard K. Passman The earrings are

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Stud Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Pintaldi Pearl Turquoise Gold Modernist Abstract Earring
Angela Pintaldi Pearl Turquoise Gold Modernist Abstract Earring

Angela Pintaldi Pearl Turquoise Gold Modernist Abstract Earring

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Angela Pintaldi turquoise, 18k gold wire, and pearl modernist abstract earrings. The pearl ends

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20th Century Italian Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modernist Abstract Period Diamond Earclips

Modernist Abstract Period Diamond Earclips

Located in New York, NY

Modernist Abstract Period fine quality baguette and round diamond earclips mounted in platinum

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American Clip-on Earrings

14k Yellow Gold Abstract Globe Tube Hoop Earrings
14k Yellow Gold Abstract Globe Tube Hoop Earrings

14k Yellow Gold Abstract Globe Tube Hoop Earrings

Located in Centennial, CO

These 14k yellow gold abstract golden globe earrings, evoke somewhat of an "Atlas holding up the

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modernist Hoop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Abstract Modernist Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of abstract modernist earrings. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Silver and Sterling Silver — can elevate any look. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of abstract modernist earrings to choose from, but abstract modernist earrings are of considerable interest. Ed Wiener, Art Smith and Gubelin each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Turquoise versions, from our inventory of 2, are particularly popular. There are many bead, bullet cut and single cut abstract modernist earrings for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of abstract modernist earrings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Abstract Modernist Earrings?

Prices for abstract modernist earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $132 and can go as high as $6,900, while abstract modernist earrings, on average, fetch $973.

Finding the Right Earrings for You

In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.

Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.

Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.

While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.