Vintage Art Deco Mid Century Sterling Silver Danish Modernist Pin Brooch | Antique | 3.0 Grams | 0.35" deals L | 2.89" W | Swirl | Hand Hammered

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Vintage Art Deco Mid Century Sterling Silver Danish Modernist Pin Brooch | Antique | 3.0 Grams | 0.35" deals L | 2.89" W | Swirl | Hand Hammered, We have similar Modernist or Mid Century items which would pair nicely with this.
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Product code: Vintage Art Deco Mid Century Sterling Silver Danish Modernist Pin Brooch | Antique | 3.0 Grams | 0.35" deals L | 2.89" W | Swirl | Hand Hammered

We have similar Modernist or Mid Century items, which would pair deals nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Modernist" or "Mid Century" under our Buy-It-Now items.

Listing Description by: Megan E.

The Piece

Age Circa: Mid Century C. 1935 - 1965

Markings: "PJ" marking on the back of the brooch, Tested, and Guaranteed

Country of Origin: Denmark

Brand: Unknown

Gram Weight: 3.0 Grams

Metal Type: .925 Sterling Silver

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Item Measurements: The pin brooch measures 0.35" long by 2.89" wide.

Pin/Brooch Style: Brooch, Lapel Pin, Hat Pin, Scarf Pin, Tie Pin

Closure Type: Pin Stem With Closing "C" Clasp

Convertible: If desired, your local jeweler can add a bale to this piece, so it can be worn as a pendant.

Notable Features:
-Modernist Style
-Brooch is meant to be worn horizontally
-Hand-hammered texture
-Dainty, petite swirl motif

Damage: Age appropriate wear. This piece is tarnished in certain areas but maintains a lovely appearance.

*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*


The History

The Mid-Century era, 1935 to 1965, encompassed many new styles of art and architecture and this carried over to jewelry making. This exciting time for jewelry saw movements such as Hollywood Regency, Modernism, Brutalism, and the Atomic Age. Native American artisans were also making their mark in the jewelry industry. Artisans used many kinds of metals, gemstones, glass, and experimented with ceramic and wood as well. This era was filled with new and innovative designs, while also rejuvenating and reinventing older styles. The unique jewelry which emerged from this era is still very popular today.

The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specially cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would usually take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.

The Mid-Century Modernist style became a movement in art and jewelry in the 1940s, right after World War II, and peaked in the 1950s. The use of multi-colored metals became very popular due to wartime restrictions on certain materials; it was not uncommon to have brass, copper or gold-alloy accents with silver backgrounds. Mid-century Modernism is marked by clean lines and bold, abstract geometric shapes.

The creation and wearing of jewelry has a long history in Scandinavia which can be traced back to the Vikings of the 8th to late 11th centuries. With the turn of the 20th century, Scandinavian jewelers began to develop new techniques inspired by the Arts & Crafts Movement, creating their own unique artistic movements such as Skønvirke. Skønvirke, a Danish term which can be translated as “graceful work” embraced the ideals of the Arts & Crafts movement, focusing on high quality, custom made designs in resistance to the rise of mass manufacturing.

In Denmark, jewelers incorporated machine production into their work, with many having a background in sculpture which was expressed through their unique designs. Norwegian jewelers, particularly J. Tostrup, Marius Hammer, and David-Anderson, focused on enameling, adapting basse-taille and plique-à-jour techniques for jewelry production. Both Norwegian and Danish artisans incorporated popular motifs such as bright colors and layered floral patterns into their designs, following the general trends of the Art Nouveau era.



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