Lipten 18K GOLD DIAMOND ENAMEL GIRAFFE BROOCH / PIN

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Lipten 18K GOLD DIAMOND ENAMEL GIRAFFE BROOCH / PIN

About the Item

PLEASE VISIT LAUREN STANLEY IN NEW YORK

A fine 18 karat gold, diamond, ruby and enamel brooch - pin - one-of-two-made - by Albert Lipten, of New York in the form of a giraffe with a diamond head and pear shaped ruby eyes, with different tones of brown enamel. The detail-front and back- of pin - brooch is phenomenal. Weighs a very heavy 54.1 grams; 0.62 carats diamonds. Dimensions 2 3/4 inches high by 2 inches wide. The brooch - pin is very large. Marked as illustrated in photo. In pristine condition.

The giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis) is an African even-toed ungulate mammal, the tallest of all land-living animal species, and the largest ruminant. It is covered in large, irregular patches of yellow to black fur separated by white, off-white, or dark yellowish brown background. The average mass for an adult male giraffe is 1,200 kilograms (2,600 lb) while the average mass for an adult female is 830 kilograms (1,800 lb).[3][4] It is approximately 4.3 metres (14 ft) to 5.2 metres (17 ft) tall, although the tallest male recorded stood almost 6 metres (20 ft).

INFORMATION ABOUT ALBERT LIPTEN

Albert Lipten is dedicated to designing and creating fine jewelry stressing the highest standards of quality.

Born in Paris, he apprenticed in ateliers that worked for the most prestigious retailers in Place Vendome and Rue de la Paix. After many years of bench work in New York for several well-established firms, he started his own creative ateliers, making jewelry for top American retailers including Tiffany, Cartier and Neiman-Marcus, maintaining a low profile until he entered jewelry contests and won each time.

Mr. Lipten is the recipient of prestigious awards including the Jewelers of America's 'New Design of the Year' (1989), 'Jewel Award Women's Jewelry' (1990)', Jewel Award' (1991) and the 'Diamonds Today Award' (1993).

Lauren Stanley is presently introducing some pieces from Mr. Lipten's collection of animal theme pieces. He also designs women's rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, brooches, men's cufflinks and studs, all in 18 Karat gold, some with diamond and platinum, precious and semi-precious stones.

Custom orders are also designed and manufactured in his atelier.

For a private showing of Mr. Lipten's work, please contact Lauren Stanley 212/888-6732.

Creator:
Albert Lipten
Place of Origin:
United States
Date of Manufacture:
CIRCA 2000
Condition:
PRISTINE.
Seller Location:
New York, NY
Reference Number:
1stDibs: JU1002116187