Pin

Unknown

1935–40 · metal, rhinestones · Costume Institute

A very handsome and beautifully made piece of jewelry, this unique pin shows a high level of artistry and eloquence. The naturalistic asymmetry of petals and variations of shape in the petals, particularly near the center, shows a high degree of skill. The artisan painstakingly painted veins on the leaves and inserted rhinestones as the central vein, which together with the pearl nestled in the flower's center, lend a sense of subtle opulence. The rich green and delicate pink colors of the enamel and variations in the petal striations exude quality craftsmanship. Worn by Millicent Rogers, who in addition to being dressed by the finest couturiers of her day, also wore, collected, and made exceptional jewelry, illustrated by this piece.

Artist

Unknown

Date

1935–40

Medium

metal, rhinestones

Culture

French

Department

Costume Institute

Credit line

Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Arturo and Paul Peralta-Ramos, 1955