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Mardi Jo Cohen 1989 Memphis Geometric Brooch in .925 Sterling with Gemstones

About the Item

Brooch designed by Mardi Jo Cohen (1959-). Beautiful one of a kind piece, crafted by the renowned American silversmith artist Mardi Jo Cohen, back in the 1989. This sculptural geometric brooch was made with Memphis design patterns in solid sterling silver, with high polished finish. Fitted with a hinged bar and a mechanical lock to wear as a brooch. This can be also wear in a chain. Gemstones: Mounted in bezel settings, with round cabochon cut gemstones such; black onyx and white nacre. Materials: Silver, Lucite, Gemstones and Formica. Weight: 24.95 Grams, (15.99 Dwt). Measurements: 61 mm by 98 mm (2.40 x 3.85 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the silver assay mark and signed, "MARDI JO COHEN 89 STERLING SILVER". Mardi Jo Cohen was born in 1959. Her works can be found in the Yale University Collection, the National Museum of American Jewish History and the Museum of Art and Design in New York, as well as other prominent museums and galleries coast to coast. Often seen in the form of serving utensils and jewelry is rarely seen let alone available to acquire. The Memphis style Was emerged in 1981, when the Italian designer and architect Ettore Sottsass founded a group of artists and designers called Memphis. Bob Dylan’s song 'Stuck Inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Again' was playing on repeat during the group’s first meeting, which led to the group being named 'Memphis'. After the inaugural meeting, the group decided that they would meet again in February 1981. The members brought over 100 drawings with them, picturing a variety of bold, colorful designs with multiple stylistic influences. The Memphis Group went on to create furniture, fabrics, patterns, ceramics and other products in a distinctly Postmodern style that blended stylistic traits of 1950s kitsch, Art Deco, and Pop Art. If you love unashamedly brash and bold colors and patterns, you’ll be very happy to hear that the Memphis Style, the design style pioneered by the 1980s Memphis Group, is very much back in vogue. In 1985 Cleto Munari, set up a workshop-studio for the manufacture of unique objects in collaboration with some of the greatest architects, designers, artists, and writers in the world, among them Mario Botta, Alessandro Mendini, Alvaro Siza Vieira, Mimmo Paladino, Sandro Chia, and Dario Fo. Munari has devoted a major part of his enterprise to producing glassware in Murano, assisted by some of the master glassblowers of the venetian lagoon region. his creations can be found in the permanent collections of major museums across five continents, including in New York, The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art. The pieces produced was very influenced by the Memphis art movement. Note: A similar piece from this collection is included in the permanent collection of the Museum of Art and Design in New York. Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation pouchette. Condition: The overall condition of this brooch is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the sterling. All gemstones are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity. INVENTORY REF: p040423MNNK/.7397

Creator:

Mardi Jo Cohen

Metal:

Sterling Silver,Silver

Stone:

Onyx

Stone Cut:

Cabochon

Weight:

24.95 g

Dimensions:

Width: 2.4 in (60.96 mm)Length: 3.85 in (97.79 mm)

Style:

Modernist

Place of Origin:

United States

Period:

1980-1989

Date of Manufacture:

1989

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this brooch is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the sterling. All gemstones are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

Seller Location:

Miami, FL

Reference Number:

Seller: P040423MNNK/.73971stDibs: LU2690218951642

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