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Celebrate the beauty of the human form with this exquisite vintage modernist pin. This piece features a highly stylized, elongated female silhouette with a smooth, reflective gold-toned finish. Its clean lines and abstract aesthetic make it a sophisticated statement piece for a lapel, scarf, or hat.
The Artistic Meaning:
This piece is inspired by Modernist and Surrealist sculpture. The elongated proportions and simplified features represent the "essence" of the figure rather than a literal depiction. Historically, the female form in art jewellery serves as a symbol of inner strength, grace, and the divine feminine. It is a celebration of the body as a work of art—unapologetic, elegant, and timeless.
Based on the design and the butterfly clutch back, this piece likely dates from the late 1980s to the 1990s, a period when jewellery designers frequently revisited Mid-Century Modernist themes. The abstract, "stretched" aesthetic was a popular way to bring high-art concepts into everyday wearable accessories.
Product Details:
Material: Polished gold-toned metal.
Closure: Secure butterfly clutch/pin back.
Dimensions: Approximately 7.5cm in length (see measurement photo for scale).
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a high-shine finish.
Gifting & Packaging:
This artistic brooch comes ready for gifting.
Enhance your gift: We have a curated collection of vintage jewellery boxes available in our shop. If you’d like to find a unique vintage box to pair with this pin, please explore our "Jewelry Boxes" section!
Vintage Gold-Toned Stylized Female Figure Brooch – Abstract Body Art Jewelry
£15.00
Sale price
£15.00
Regular price
The Artistic Meaning:
This piece is inspired by Modernist and Surrealist sculpture. The elongated proportions and simplified features represent the "essence" of the figure rather than a literal depiction. Historically, the female form in art jewellery serves as a symbol of inner strength, grace, and the divine feminine. It is a celebration of the body as a work of art—unapologetic, elegant, and timeless.
Based on the design and the butterfly clutch back, this piece likely dates from the late 1980s to the 1990s, a period when jewellery designers frequently revisited Mid-Century Modernist themes. The abstract, "stretched" aesthetic was a popular way to bring high-art concepts into everyday wearable accessories.
Product Details:
Material: Polished gold-toned metal.
Closure: Secure butterfly clutch/pin back.
Dimensions: Approximately 7.5cm in length (see measurement photo for scale).
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a high-shine finish.
Gifting & Packaging:
This artistic brooch comes ready for gifting.
Enhance your gift: We have a curated collection of vintage jewellery boxes available in our shop. If you’d like to find a unique vintage box to pair with this pin, please explore our "Jewelry Boxes" section!