Dating to the 1960s, this beautiful piece of jewelry art was created by Modernist master Christian Schmidt (1928-1974) in his Minneapolis studio. It is his iconic organic sculptural “pitchfork” silhouette, which highlights his mastery of contrasting textures - combining sleek, high-polish ridges combined with deeply oxidized, dark textured recesses. Everything about this brooch is thoughtfully designed, including the pin stem that curves slightly to conform to the shape of the brooch. Marked with Schmidt’s stylized S and STERLING.
Measures 1 × 2-1/2 inches. Weighs 0.4 ounce, or 11 grams.
Excellent vintage condition. Original patina, as intended by the artist, has been left undisturbed.
CVH-111326-G3
Dating to the 1960s, this beautiful piece of jewelry art was created by Modernist master Christian Schmidt (1928-1974) in his Minneapolis studio. It is his iconic organic sculptural “pitchfork” silhouette, which highlights his mastery of contrasting textures - combining sleek, high-polish ridges combined with deeply oxidized, dark textured recesses. Everything about this brooch is thoughtfully designed, including the pin stem that curves slightly to conform to the shape of the brooch. Marked with Schmidt’s stylized S and STERLING.
Measures 1 × 2-1/2 inches. Weighs 0.4 ounce, or 11 grams.
Excellent vintage condition. Original patina, as intended by the artist, has been left undisturbed.
CVH-111326-G3
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