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Modernist Stainless Steel Brooch or Pin by Jose De Riviera

About the Item

A stainless steel brooch. By the American Modernist Jose De Rivera. In a stylized "S" curved shape with a highly polished front and hammered finish to the reverse. Marked to the reverse: DE RIVERA Length: ca. 109 mm De Rivera was an very important mid-century American sculptor and jewelry maker. His works are held in important museums and collections throughout the US. The Brooklyn Museum of Art notes that (in much the same manner as Alexander Calder) De Rivera never actively retailed his jewelry. His jewelry was often given as gifts. Provenance: From a NY collection. Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Creator:
    JOSE DE RIVERA
  • Metal:
    Stainless Steel
  • Weight:
    6.5 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.71 in (18 mm)Depth: 0.28 in (7 mm)Length: 4.3 in (109 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. With some very light edge wear, some fine and light surface scratches and other signs of light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DI-INV1stDibs: LU84939551782

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