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Avant-garde Large Gilt Metal Face Brooch Designed by Robert Goossens c 1990s

About the Item

Avant-garde large gilt metal face brooch designed by Robert Goossens Paris c 1990 The unique brooch is designed with an androgynous face; appears part man - part feline? The face has cut out slit detail for the eyes & mouth. Both eyes have cut out metal slits The images make them appear black. They are not black rather have cut out slits The large scale face has etched impressed detail that emulates fur The face is sheathed in luminous gilt matte tone plate Makes a very dramatic eye-catching accessory The backside of the brooch is inscribed: R Goossens Paris 1990 Measurements The brooch height from the center top section to the base measures slightly under 3 inches The length across the face thru the middle section = 2.75 inches Image # 6 is paired with a US dime coin for size reference
  • Creator:
  • Metal:
    Gilt Metal
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (76.2 mm)Width: 2.75 in (69.85 mm)
  • Style:
    Artisan
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    1990-1999
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c 1990
  • Condition:
    Very nice preowned condition.
  • Seller Location:
    University City, MO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU73629887192