Stuart Devlin was a mid-century modern Australian metalworker whose sparkling creations showcased the luster of silver. He used techniques like filigree and gilding to make a range of sterling silver serveware and decorative sculptures.
Devlin was born in Geelong, Victoria, in 1931. From 1951 to 1955, he taught gold and silversmithing in the town of Wangaratta. He went on to study at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology in 1957 and earned a scholarship to the Royal College of Art in London in 1958. Devlin was awarded a two-year Harkness Fellowship by the Commonwealth Fund, which he used to spend time at Columbia University in New York City.
After returning to Melbourne, he won a competition to design Australian coinage in 1964. His initials are still on the 1966 Australian 50-cent coin. A year later, he moved back to London and opened a workshop. There, he began producing limited-edition Christmas boxes and Easter eggs, which continue to be highly prized by collectors. Devlin also took commissions for coins and medals from countries around the world. From 1979 to 1985, he operated a popular showroom on London’s Conduit Street.
Devlin was widely acclaimed and recognized for his work over his long career. In 1982, he was granted the Royal Warrant of Appointment as Goldsmith and Jeweler to Her Majesty the Queen. From 1996 to 1997, he served as the Prime Warden of the Goldsmiths’ Company. In 2000, he designed a coin series for the Summer Olympics in Sydney.
Devlin retired to Littlehampton, West Sussex, where he died in 2018 at the age of 86. As described in his obituary in The Guardian, Devlin sought to bring “delight, surprise, intrigue and even amusement” to modern style.
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English 1980's Modernist Caryatic Sterling Silver Bowl by Stuart Devlin
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine modernist English bowl in sterling silver. Made by Stuart Devlin. Comprised of a triangular three corner concave top supported by a pedestal of nude human figures and a ring...
Sterling Silver
Stuart Devlin 18KT Gold, Coral & Pearl Figural Link Necklace, London 1970s
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Braintree, GB
A Stuart Devlin 18KT gold necklace, the chain built from cast links modelled as elongated human figures, spaced with natural coral beads and pearls. Struck with his SD mark and Londo...
Coral, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co Estate Men’s Sterling Silver Belt Buckle Sterling Silver
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Men’s Sterling Silver Belt Buckle Sterling Silver TIF717 Magnificent condition. Newly polished and looks wonderful! Please see pictures for measurement's. ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 18k Gold Figure Eight Link Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage 18k gold figure eight link chain necklace with a distinct and eye-catching design. The links are crafted in a figure eight shape, creating a flowing pattern throughout the ...
18k Gold
Choker, Swan, Sterling Silver, Handmade, Italy
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Swan” choker is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other. As a matter of fact, our aim is to ...
Sterling Silver
$68,760Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.46 in D 0.37 in L 22 in
Aldo Cipullo 1970 Graduated Necklace in 18kt Yellow Gold with Red Coral and Onyx
By Aldo Cipullo
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace designed by Aldo Cipullo. Magnificent and very rare vintage necklace, created In New York city by the iconic master jewelry designer Aldo Cipullo, back in the 1970. This necklace comprises of round onyxes carvings connected by rectangular links and red coral elements crafted with graduated patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. Mount with natural gemstones and fitted with a hinged slashed push lock for security. The gold and the squared coral elements designed in an intricate way that is the signature style of Cipullo. This necklace is one of the greatest examples of vintage jewelry workmanship and the genius of Aldo Cipullo jewelry designs. Red Coral: Mounted in calibrated bezels, with 17 squared pyramids cabochons cuts graduated from 9 mm by 9 mm to 12 mm by 12 mm, carved from natural Sardinian vivid red corals. Black Onyx: Mount with 17 calibrated round open discs graduated from 20 mm to 37 mm, carved from natural black onyxes. Birthstone: Coral for the month of October. Weight: 176.95 Grams, (113.43 Dwt). Size: The total lenght is 22 Inches (55.8 Cm). Measurements: The widest part is 37 mm by mm (1.46 Inches). Hallmarks Stamped with the maker's mark monogram AC, the mark for the assay of the gold and signed, "©A. CIPULLO .750". Cipullo para siempre - Gioiellis Aldo Cipullo (1942-1984), was an Italian born jeweler. He born and was raise in a family of designers with jewelry traditions, his father was the owner of a jewelry factory and his brother Renato Cipullo made jewelry designs for Christian Dior. Aldo, was the creator of the popular and iconic Cartier bracelets, love and the nail, still until today considered ones of the best designs of the 20th century. He work as a designer in New York, for David Webb (1960-1969) and Cartier (1969-1975). In 1975 he found his own company as a freelance designer. Literature: Renato Cipullo and Vivienne Becker, Cipullo: Making Jewelry Modern, Assouline 2021, Pp-104 for a similar examples). Note: The corals displayed...
Coral, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Bar-Link Chain Necklace, circa 1940s–1960s
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Some chains are simply chains. And then there are chains like this, intricate, beautifully considered, and quietly luxurious in a way only vintage craftsmanship can capture. This fi...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier 18kt Gold Trinity Round Link Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
The Cartier Trinity necklace is a classic and iconic piece of jewelry designed by the renowned French luxury jewelry brand Cartier. The Trinity collection was first introduced in 1924 and is distinguished by its three interlocking bands, each made from a different color of gold: yellow gold representing fidelity, rose gold representing love, and white gold representing friendship. Tappers on the neck for a flattering perfect fit ♦ Designer: Cartier ♦ Circa: 1980s ♦Original cartier Catalog...
Gold
Navajo Sterling Silver Concho Belt
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo sterling silver concho belt. Nineteen total conchos, alternating between oval and butterfly shapes. Stamped with traditional fan designs and diamond center, complementary rectangular buckle. Attached to black leather belt with single copper loop. Marked "A.M Sterling (Alfred Martinez)." Thin enough to wear under belt loops, or great for wearing over dresses and skirts. Great patina that could be polished out if desired. Size: Large conchos...
Sterling Silver
18kt Yellow Gold Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The "18kt Yellow Gold Necklace with Diamonds" is a luxurious and exquisite piece of jewelry that combines the warmth and richness o...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Arrow Belt Buckle by Begay, 1.5"
Located in Greeneville, TN
A distinctive vintage Navajo sterling silver belt buckle crafted in the form of a stylized arrow, showcasing the bold geomet...
Sterling Silver
$1,575 / set
H 14.25 in W 4.25 in D 0.63 in
Antique English Edwardian Regency Sterling Silver & Enamel Vanity Set
By Charles S. Green & Co.
Located in New York, NY
George V sterling silver and pink guilloche enamel vanity set. Made by Charles S. Green & Co., Ltd in Birmingham in 1927-8. This set comprises 4 piec...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Italian Chunky 18kt Yellow Gold Link Necklace, circa 1950s–1960s
Located in Cape Town, ZA
A remarkable vintage treasure, this substantial 18kt yellow gold chain embodies the bold, sculptural Italian gold-smithing of the 1950s-1960s, an era defined by volume, fluidity, and...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
43.17 Emerald & Pearl Multi-Strand Necklace In 18KT Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Experience the pinnacle of high jewelry with this breathtaking 18KT gold necklace, weighing a significant 23.684g. The focal point is a magnificent 43.71ct emerald, radiating a rich,...
Emerald, Pearl, Gold
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg leaves and flowers bud, London 1977
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, ON
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London 1977, the top lifts off to reveal a plant with cascading gilded silver leaves and pearl flower heads and stamens. full hallmarks and Nu...
Vermeil, Silver
Stuart Devlin 1973 London Sculptural Modernist Earrings 18Kt Gold Malachite
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist clips-earrings designed by Stuart Devlin (1931-2018). Beautiful pair of clips, created by the late Australian-British based artist, designer and goldsmith Stuart Devlin. T...
Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 2.84 in W 1.78 in D 1.78 in L 1.78 in
1977 Silver Jubilee Solid Sterling Silver Gold Gilt Stuart Devlin Surprise Egg
By Stuart Devlin
Located in GB
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable Stuart Devlin Surprise egg mad...
Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
Stuart Devlin Yellow Gold "Caryatid" Ring 1972
By Stuart Devlin
Located in New York, NY
A vintage, 18-karat yellow gold Caryatid ring by artist and metalsmith Stuart Devlin (1931-2018), 1972. Signed with maker's mark "SD." London assay, 1972 date letter. Ring size 6. ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London, 1978
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, ON
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London 1978, opening to reveal a a fish swimming amongst ocean sea plants. Original box Height: 7.5cm high, No 19 of limited edition of 100. I...
Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Silver
Stuart Devlin Amethyst, Jade, Rhodochrosite, Pearl and Gold Brooch 1979
By Stuart Devlin
Located in New York, NY
An amethyst, jade, rhodocrosite, pearl, and 18 karat gold brooch, by Stuart Devlin, 1979. Signed SD, London Hallmarks for 1979. Australian-born Stuart Devlin (b. 1931) is best know...
Amethyst, Jade, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stuart Devlin Surprise Fish and Anchor Egg, Silver and Vermeil, London, 1977
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, ON
Stuart Devlin Surprise Fish and Anchor Egg, Silver and Vermeil London 1977, original box. Height: 7.5cm high, No 19 of limited edition. Item Weight: 152 grams.
Vermeil, Silver
Stuart Devlin Silver and Enamel Egg, London, 1976
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, ON
Rare Stuart Devlin silver and enamel egg London 1976. The top lifts off to reveal a giraffe and baby bending down to drink. The giraffes are made in silver and have been gilded and e...
Silver, Enamel
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London, 1978
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, ON
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London 1978, opening to reveal a a fish swimming amongst ocean sea plants. Original box Height: 7.5cm high, No 19 of limited edition of 100. I...
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg Swan Duck Family, London, 1984
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, ON
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London 1984, opening to reveal Swan or Duck family among reeds. Original box and papers. Height: 7.5cm high, No 19 of limited edition of 100. ...
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London, 1980
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, ON
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London 1980, opening to reveal a a clown and performing dog. Original box and papers. Height: 7.5cm high, No 19 of limited edition of 100. Ite...
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Chicken Egg, London, 1981
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, ON
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Chicken Egg, London 1981, opening to reveal a Chicken standing over a baby chick hatching. Original box. Height: 7.5cm high, No 19 of limited editi...