Awesome Deeply Carved Art Deco Bakelite + Chrome Figural Brooch

Estate Items > Jewelry - Costume Dealer: TheVintageAdvantage Contact: June I Townsend - Email Dealer
Price: $165.00 USD  - Currency Converter Shipping inside United States: Quoted at time of purchase Shipping outside United States: Quoted at time of purchase

Description: A rare and rarified fab figural from the '40s! ... If you like your Bakelite big and bold, this magnificent vintage pin really delivers! Deeply carved from a thick chunk of green marbled Bakelite, the piece depicts an ethnic, tribal face in high detail. Heavy-gauge chrome wire encircles and decoratively entwines itself around the Bakelite head, which is riveted to a chrome bar in back. This chrome bar is soldered onto the frame and a secure rollover clasp is soldered onto the chrome bar. This is a marvelously designed and well-constructed piece, and it will make a valuable addition to any serious Deco or Bakelite collection. Hallmarks: Unsigned. Dimensions: 2" tall x 1-3/4" wide. Condition: Excellent vintage condition, with a lovely patina, and no flaws in the Bakelite or chrome. Variations of this piece are featured on page 94 in Karima Parry's excellent reference work Bakelite Pins, with estimated 2001 book values ranging from $200 to $280.

Status: For Sale	Reference#: TR145
Condition: See Description	Year: 1940’s
Country: Unknown

Dealer Policies: TheVintageAdvantage Policy Details

Dealer Accepts: