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 - $65
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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 - $35
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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
Signed Renoir Modernist Copper Clip Earrings. Here is a great 1950s interpretation of what Modern meant. The pretzel-look clip earrings measure 7/8" tall. Embossed lines around the design create texture and interest. The clip backs are steel and signed "Renoir" in script. Very good condition. Shipping/Insurance is free in the USA! DH374-08 - $40
