Vintage 1940s Unsigned Joseff of Hollywood Purple Jewel-tone Glass Rhinestone Floral Leaf Metalwork Tassel Necklace and Bracelet Demi Parure • Book Piece
Enchantingly beautiful. Breathtakingly exquisite. Adorned with a stunning array of deep purple jewel-tone glass rhinestones. Ornate floral leaf metalwork design. Substantial size and weight. Gold-tone finish.
Mark: Unsigned (please see references below...)
Age: Circa 1940s
Book Reference: Featured in Joanne Dubbs Ball's book "Jewelry of the Stars - Creations from Joseff of Hollywood" on page 139. Pictured is a variation of this necklace with the same centerpiece/pendant. Please see photo.
Website Reference: A variation of this necklace was featured on "Julien's" auction house website with the same centerpiece/pendant (feel free to email me for a link).
Photo Reference: The Joseff of Hollywood Instagram account has a photo of Rosemary Lane wearing a variation of this necklace. I have also found another photo of Rosemary Lane wearing a variation of this necklace. Please see photos.
Condition: Rhinestones are present, bright, and loaded with sparkle. One navette on the necklace centerpiece has a small chip on the tip of stone, visible on close inspection. Finish is in overall very good condition but is showing some light fading/wear/loss/darkening (please see photos). All pieces are in perfect working order
Measurement Approx: Necklace Wearable Length 18 1/2", Centerpiece with Tassel 5" x 2 3/8", Bracelet Length 7 1/2", Bracelet Width 1 7/8"
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