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A Rare Bezalel Silver, Enamel, and Filigree Brooch, Israel, 1950s
$3,000
£2,293.66
€2,641.83
CA$4,203.92
A$4,693.28
CHF 2,459.21
MX$57,450.37
NOK 31,231.98
SEK 29,447.79
DKK 19,716.27
About the Item
This exquisite and rare brooch, crafted by the Bezalel School in Jerusalem during the 1950s, is a masterwork of Israeli Judaica artistry. Executed in fine silver filigree and vivid hand-painted enamel, the piece exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and rich symbolism for which Bezalel creations are so highly regarded.
The brooch is built around a central enamel medallion, set within an ornate crown-like silver bezel. The enamel is painted in a vibrant palette of deep reds, blues, and greens, harmonized with delicate white floral detailing. Intricately segmented into geometric panels, the design forms a radiant Star of David at its heart. Within this star, two graceful birds—resembling peacocks in hues of sapphire blue and chestnut red—face one another in a tender pose, their beaks just slightly touching as they nestle within a blossoming garden. This central motif conveys a feeling of affection, serenity, and spiritual harmony.
Encircling the enamel centerpiece are two concentric borders of meticulously twisted rope-like silver filigree. Between these borders are alternating filigree rosettes and warm orange-toned beads, each hand-set to form a rhythmic and elegant frame around the brooch. The combination of organic materials and silverwork evokes both the aesthetic and ideological ethos of early Israeli art, merging ancient forms with modern expression.
The reverse of the brooch features a smooth, domed silver backing fitted with a secure pin mechanism, allowing it to be worn on clothing. Additionally, a decorative filigree loop at the top enables the brooch to be threaded onto a chain and worn as a pendant, offering versatility as both a personal adornment and a statement piece.
A striking fusion of symbolism, artistic expression, and cultural heritage, this Bezalel brooch is not only a rare collectible but a wearable testament to post-statehood Israeli craftsmanship.
.79ozt
Marked at reverse Bezalel, Jerusalem 935
- Dimensions:Height: 2.29 in (5.8 cm)Diameter: 1.97 in (5 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950's
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. One small piece is fragmented in the enamel on the side of the brooch.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5281245032782
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