Beatnik/ Modernist Enamel and Copper Bracelet. "Beatnik" was the key word for 1958, according to author Susie Dent, who studies such things. The beatnik revolution defines a movement by artists and writers against the establishment in the 50's and early 60s. Fashion reflected the sentiment. Women wore tight pants with loose shirts and sneakers, often all black clothing. There was an interest in beads, ethnic and handmade jewelry, and materials of choice were sterling and copper. Sleek studio jewelry of the earlier Art Moderne period provided a solid framework for the "hip cat" jewelry of the fifties.
This 1950s link bracelet combines the warmth of copper and the cool beauty of turquoise enamel. Calla leaves with crisply defined veins, parade in a line. They will look beautiful at any angle as they dance across your wrist. The underlying links are s-curves. 7 3/8" long, unsigned and very good condition. Free Shipping/Insurance in the USA! DH69-05 - $64
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Unusual Enameled Copper Modernist Earrings. These 1950s Modernist screwback earrings have fanciful swirls of colored enamel on a copper base which is caged in a silvertone setting. The copper disks measure 1 1/8" across. Free Shipping/Insurance in the USA! LH146-06 - $36
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Renoir 1950s Copper Cuff Bracelet. This 1 1/8" wide solid copper cuff is signed Renoir and was one of their more popular Modernist designs from the 1950s. Thick coiled wire lay in swirls along the length of the cuff, and towards one edge. The background is darkened underneath the coils to create great contrast. 2 3/8" cuff inner diameter. Shipping/Insurance free in the USA! DH343-08 - $53
Rebajes Modernist Copper Dangle Clip Earrings. These 1950s Modernist copper earrings by Frank Rebajes will put a bounce in your step. They swing gracefully and measure 1 7/8" long. Suspended from a matching half-bead, three shiny domes contrast against a textured background on the hanging hoops. The backs are each signed Rebajes. Shipping/Insurance free in the USA! DH348-08 - $95
1950s Copper Necklace and Earrings Grape Leaves Set. This vintage fifties figural depiction of grape leaves makes a striking figural set. The grape leaves are cast in a repousse fashion. Leaves on the necklace measure 1 5/16" tall. The choker length is 15 1/4". The matching screwback earrings measure 1" tall. Very good condition. No markings. Shipping/Insurance is free in the USA! DH351-08 - $110
Vintage Copper Bangle with Black Enamel Design. This striking solid copper bangle measuring 7/16" wide and has an inner diameter of 2 9/16". A pattern of interlocking triangles has been created by cutting away some copper. The raised areas have then been enameled in black. Shipping/Insurance is free in the USA! DH354-08 Another View - $29
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Unusual Modernist Copper Bangle. Copper, an element, is an ancient material which we find soothing to touch. It's color is distinctive, and changes with wear, from mellow to highly burnished.
This is a 1950s Modernist all-copper bangle with an outer diameter of 3 7/16" and an inner diameter of 2 5/8". A half tube of copper presents a smooth, rounded inner surface and holds braided copper strips on the outside. Very sturdy. Free Shipping/Insurance in the USA! DH393-08 Another View - $44
Dramatic Diagonal Renoir Copper Cuff Bracelet. Treat yourself to a bold, handmade 1950s designer bracelet. Jewelry designed by Renoir combined Hollywood glamour with Bohemian "joie de vivre." This open copper cuff bracelet is a great example of their art. Diagonal bars march across the length of the bangle and a separated by a darkened interior bar. Height is 1 1/16" and the interior diameter is 2 1/2". Mild wear. Free Shipping/Insurance in the USA! DH413-09 Another View - $63
Signed 1950s Matisse Seafoam Copper Clip Earrings. Modernist in design, these signed clip earrings by Matisse remind me of furniture of the period--spare, but thoughtfully balanced. The spicy addition of crushed white glass to the earrings center adds a twist. They remind me of tropical island beach sand.
The earrings measure 1 1/8" across and are oriented point downwards when worn. Signed on clip backs and in very good condition. Free Shipping/Insurance in the USA! DH438-09
- $40
Double Walled Large Vintage Copper Bangle. We've worn a lot of copper jewelry and like to keep our bangles well-polished. People are often mistaking them for pink gold bracelets!
This vintage copper bangle is beautifully constructed. It is double-walled and measures 13/16" tall. The outside walls are smooth and rounded. The inner walls are straight for a very comfortable fit. The inner diameter is a generous 2 3/4". Free Shipping/Insurance in the USA! DH445-10 - $39
