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Esther Lewittes Modernist 1950 Geometric Cufflinks sterling Silver & Ebony Wood
About the Item
Geometric pair of ebony wood cufflinks designed by Esther Lewittes.
Very modernist geometric op-art pair of cufflinks, made in America by the jewelry artist Esther Lewittes, back in the 1950. Crafted with three dimensional patterns in solid .925/.999 sterling silver and fitted with movable T backs. Embellished with a pair of geometric pieces, carved from natural ebony wood.
Measures: 18 mm by 20 mm (0.71 x 0.79 Inches).
Weight: 14.6 grams (9.36 Dwt).
Hallmarks: Properly stamped with the designer's maker mark and the mark for the assay of the silver, "STERLING".
Esther Lewittes
She was an American studio jeweler working primarily in the 1950s and ‘60s. She made a name for herself in California not only as a craftsperson but as a gallery owner. She imparted a measure of elegance to some of her designs using genuine pearls and more flowing lines than the average Modernist jeweler. Originally from New York, Esther Lewittes began her jewelry-making career in the early 1950s. She was educated in New York at Columbia University and studied industrial design at the Art Students League and New York. She apprenticed with a jeweler who was on staff at Cartier before moving to the West Coast to start her own business. Lewittes’ work was sold through several retail outlets, including the Georg Jensen shop in New York. She also established her gallery in Los Angeles in the early 1960s, where she marketed her jewelry pieces as well as a variety of objects made by other artists. Her style has been described as restrained, and some pieces are even flowing and somewhat elegant for modern jewelry. She also imparted a sculptural essence to her designs, with a number being three-dimensional in nature. Lewittes, who was known by her friends and colleagues for being quite outgoing and fun, died in 1990.
Collateral: They are accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this pair is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver. The ebony carvings are secured in the settings. This pair has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: P071123CEFY/.4328
- Creator:Esther Lewittes
- Metal:Silver,Sterling Silver
- Weight:14.6 g
- Dimensions:Width: 0.71 in (18.04 mm)Depth: 1.1 in (27.94 mm)Length: 0.79 in (20.07 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Modernist
- Place of Origin:United States
- Period:1950-1959
- Date of Manufacture:1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this pair is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver. The ebony carvings are secured in the settings. This pair has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
- Seller Location:Miami, FL
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