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1940s Western Germany Acrylic 3D Flower Brooch with Prong-Set Aqua Rhinestone Center
1940s Western Germany Acrylic 3D Flower Brooch with Prong-Set Aqua Rhinestone Center
Showroom
3556 Main Street
Suite 2E
Manchester VT 05254
United States
DESCRIPTION
Charming, dimensional, and beautifully evocative of mid-century European design, this 1940s Western Germany flower brooch features sculptural acrylic petals arranged in a dramatic three-dimensional bloom. At the heart of the flower rests a luminous aqua rhinestone, individually prong-set to capture the light and provide a sparkling jewel-like focal point. The contrast between the molded petals and brilliant blue-green center gives the brooch wonderful depth, texture, and personality.
German costume jewelry makers became particularly celebrated during the mid-20th century for their inventive use of molded plastics, glass stones, and dimensional construction. Lightweight acrylic allowed designers to create increasingly elaborate botanical forms with depth and movement that would have been difficult to achieve in traditional metalwork. Prong-set rhinestones were frequently incorporated into better-quality pieces, adding brilliance while providing a more secure and refined setting than glued stones.
Floral jewelry was especially fashionable during the 1940s, bringing a sense of femininity and optimism to wartime and postwar wardrobes. Bold blossoms could instantly transform a simple jacket, dress, or hat, making these imaginative pieces both fashionable accessories and miniature works of wearable art.
Whimsical yet sophisticated, this three-dimensional acrylic flower brooch beautifully captures the ingenuity of vintage German costume jewelry. Its sculptural petals and sparkling aqua center make it a delightful collectible with all the charm, color, and individuality that make mid-century floral jewelry so irresistible.
Brand/Maker: Unknown
Era: 1940s
Material(s): Acrylic
Markings/Stamps: Handmade in Western Germany
Catch: Locking Safety Clasp
Fastener Direction: Side to Side
Necklace Bale: No
Measurements
- Width: (side to side): 2"
- Length: (top to bottom): 2"
- Profile: (back to front): .5"
- Weight: 16.56g
Condition: Very Good
Call Outs: None
Sku: TTV915
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DESCRIPTION
Charming, dimensional, and beautifully evocative of mid-century European design, this 1940s Western Germany flower brooch features sculptural acrylic petals arranged in a dramatic three-dimensional bloom. At the heart of the flower rests a luminous aqua rhinestone, individually prong-set to capture the light and provide a sparkling jewel-like focal point. The contrast between the molded petals and brilliant blue-green center gives the brooch wonderful depth, texture, and personality.
German costume jewelry makers became particularly celebrated during the mid-20th century for their inventive use of molded plastics, glass stones, and dimensional construction. Lightweight acrylic allowed designers to create increasingly elaborate botanical forms with depth and movement that would have been difficult to achieve in traditional metalwork. Prong-set rhinestones were frequently incorporated into better-quality pieces, adding brilliance while providing a more secure and refined setting than glued stones.
Floral jewelry was especially fashionable during the 1940s, bringing a sense of femininity and optimism to wartime and postwar wardrobes. Bold blossoms could instantly transform a simple jacket, dress, or hat, making these imaginative pieces both fashionable accessories and miniature works of wearable art.
Whimsical yet sophisticated, this three-dimensional acrylic flower brooch beautifully captures the ingenuity of vintage German costume jewelry. Its sculptural petals and sparkling aqua center make it a delightful collectible with all the charm, color, and individuality that make mid-century floral jewelry so irresistible.
Brand/Maker: Unknown
Era: 1940s
Material(s): Acrylic
Markings/Stamps: Handmade in Western Germany
Catch: Locking Safety Clasp
Fastener Direction: Side to Side
Necklace Bale: No
Measurements
- Width: (side to side): 2"
- Length: (top to bottom): 2"
- Profile: (back to front): .5"
- Weight: 16.56g
Condition: Very Good
Call Outs: None
Sku: TTV915
DESCRIPTION
Charming, dimensional, and beautifully evocative of mid-century European design, this 1940s Western Germany flower brooch features sculptural acrylic petals arranged in a dramatic three-dimensional bloom. At the heart of the flower rests a luminous aqua rhinestone, individually prong-set to capture the light and provide a sparkling jewel-like focal point. The contrast between the molded petals and brilliant blue-green center gives the brooch wonderful depth, texture, and personality.
German costume jewelry makers became particularly celebrated during the mid-20th century for their inventive use of molded plastics, glass stones, and dimensional construction. Lightweight acrylic allowed designers to create increasingly elaborate botanical forms with depth and movement that would have been difficult to achieve in traditional metalwork. Prong-set rhinestones were frequently incorporated into better-quality pieces, adding brilliance while providing a more secure and refined setting than glued stones.
Floral jewelry was especially fashionable during the 1940s, bringing a sense of femininity and optimism to wartime and postwar wardrobes. Bold blossoms could instantly transform a simple jacket, dress, or hat, making these imaginative pieces both fashionable accessories and miniature works of wearable art.
Whimsical yet sophisticated, this three-dimensional acrylic flower brooch beautifully captures the ingenuity of vintage German costume jewelry. Its sculptural petals and sparkling aqua center make it a delightful collectible with all the charm, color, and individuality that make mid-century floral jewelry so irresistible.
Brand/Maker: Unknown
Era: 1940s
Material(s): Acrylic
Markings/Stamps: Handmade in Western Germany
Catch: Locking Safety Clasp
Fastener Direction: Side to Side
Necklace Bale: No
Measurements
- Width: (side to side): 2"
- Length: (top to bottom): 2"
- Profile: (back to front): .5"
- Weight: 16.56g
Condition: Very Good
Call Outs: None
Sku: TTV915