Macchiarini: A Mixed-metal And Bone Brooch - Jun 08, 2023 | Bonhams In Ca
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MACCHIARINI: A MIXED-METAL AND BONE BROOCH

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MACCHIARINI: A MIXED-METAL AND BONE BROOCH
MACCHIARINI: A MIXED-METAL AND BONE BROOCH
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MACCHIARINI: A MIXED-METAL AND BONE BROOCH Designed as an abstract face accented by bone, signed P. Macchiarini, with maker's mark, measures 5 x 1 3/4 in. Footnotes: Literature: Illustrated in: Marbeth Schon, Form & Function, American Modernist Jewelry, 1940-1970, page 237 Peter Macchiarini established the Macchiarini studio in San Francisco in 1948 after studying sculpture and architecture in Italy. In collaboration with his son, Daniel Macchiarini, and granddaughter, Emma Macchiarini, the studio is the oldest established mixed-metal practice in the United States. As the family continues to explore shape and form using varying materials, a school for metalsmithing and design was established in connection to the studio and gallery in the North Beach neighborhood of San Francisco by Emma in 2015. OVERALL CONDITION: Metal tested for copper and white bronze; clasp secure; superficial wear in the form of minor scratches; overall good condition. MAJOR COLORED GEMSTONE: bone Approximate Dimensions: 4.2mm ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Approximate gross weight: 43.2 grams This condition report is provided for your convenience based on the opinion of our gemologists. Bonhams is not responsible for any discrepancies between this information and other opinions. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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MACCHIARINI: A MIXED-METAL AND BONE BROOCH

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