Vintage Red Flower Celluloid Brooch - Unsigned Haskel or Czech

Jewelry : Vintage : Celluloid : Brooch

 

After researching this fabulous and fun pin with the experts, I am classing this as possibly a Miriam Haskell unsigned brooch from the 40's however it could be Czechoslovakian folk art jewelry.

The design and pin back are typical of early unsigned Haskell however, the wirework looks a little sloppy and the edge of looped metal is not normally seen on Haskel pieces. This type of backing was also used by the Czechs on occasion.

No matter who made it, you can't deny that it is a beauty.

5-petaled red celluloid flowers with gold tone bead centers are piled high atop a goldtone pierced metal backing. "C" clasp works but closes very loosely.

This pin is in excellent condition other then the clasp.

Measures 1 3/4" x 1 1/4" and is very 3-dimensional.

Item ID: K-154