Deco Revival: A Mid-Century Masterpiece in Diamonds and Pearls

This elegant bar brooch, a quintessential representation of 1950s style, exhibits a harmonious blend of Art Deco influence and the Retro aesthetic. Crafted in platinum, it features 72 diamonds, intricately set to accentuate its sophisticated linear design. Three pearls add a touch of classic elegance, enhancing the brooch's timeless appeal. This piece, from an unknown origin, captures the essence of the era, showcasing the transition from the bold geometry of Art Deco to the more fluid lines characteristic of the 1950s. It embodies the perfect fusion of past influences and mid-century modernity.

Antique jewelry object group
bar brooch

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Although most people would call this style Art Deco it is more considered to be a product of the fifties of the Twentieth Century. Strongly influenced by Art Deco but also by the Retro style. That to most people this is Art Deco is no coincidence as both Retro style and Fifties style are the style successors of Art Deco.
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Style specifics
This type of jewelry is very specific for the fifties of the twentieth century. The Art Deco period preceded only 20 years and was still used as source of inspiration, it is (even for the trained eye) sometimes very hard to note the difference between Art Deco and Fifties.

Period
ca. 1950
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Material
platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
58 modern brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 3.00ct
14 single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 0.28ct

Total diamond count
72 pcs.

Total diamond weight
approx. 3.28 crt with an average colour and clarity F/H, vs/si

All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Precious stones
Three pearl

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
6,80 cm (2,68 inch) x 1,15 cm (0,45 inch)
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Weight
17,80 gram (11,45 dwt)

Adin Reference Nº
23180-0375

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