Signed CARL-ART Sterling Silver Ivy Leaf Brooch Pendant Pink Rhinestone 1940s

Name: Signed CARL-ART Sterling Silver Ivy Leaf Brooch Pendant Pink Rhinestone 1940s
Brand: Carl Art
SKU: 188835805914
Price: 45.00 USD
Availability: InStock

USD 45.00

Condition: Pre-owned - Excellent

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View Signed CARL-ART Sterling Silver Ivy Leaf Brooch Pendant Pink Rhinestone 1940s with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Signed Carl-Art — Sterling Silver Naturalistic Ivy Leaf Brooch/Pendant with Pink & Clear Rhinestone Spray, c. 1940s–1950s. The form is a large, botanically accurate ivy leaf in sterling silver, cast and hand-finished with exceptional vein detail across every lobe. Signed Carl-Art — Sterling Silver Naturalistic Ivy Leaf Brooch/Pendant with Pink & Clear Rhinestone Spray, c. 1940s–1950s A quietly extraordinary piece — the kind of thing that stops you when you know what you're looking at. The form is a large, botanically accurate ivy leaf in sterling silver, cast and hand-finished with exceptional vein detail across every lobe. The surface carries a soft matte patina that reads as antique silver — warm, dimensional, lived-in in the best possible way. A curling tendril at the top stem serves double duty as a pendant bail, making this a convertible piece wearable as either a brooch or a pendant on a chain — a design consideration that speaks to the sophistication of the original maker. The rhinestone element is the unexpected flourish: a separate wire stem trails organically off the lower leaf, set with a scatter of mixed rose/amethyst pink and clear stones in both baguette and round cuts — casually arranged, as if the stones grew there. It doesn't match the silver leaf so much as it converses with it. The effect is romantic and distinctly mid-century. About Carl-Art Carl-Art, Inc. was founded in 1936 in Providence, Rhode Island by Carl Schraysshuen and his partner Arthur Loercher — the "CA" in their distinctive arrow hallmark standing for both men's names. Providence was the capital of American jewelry manufacturing throughout the 20th century, and Carl-Art operated at the quality end of that tradition: real sterling silver, real craft, real materials. Their mark — "CA" with an arrow through the letters, stamped alongside "STERLING" — is unambiguous and well-documented among serious collectors of American silver jewelry. Naturalistic botanical pieces like this ivy leaf represent some of their most desirable output, prized for the quality of casting and the accuracy of the hand-finished detail. Provenance From a private archive assembled with genuine expertise and an uncompromising eye. The collector acquired selectively over years, prioritizing condition, material integrity, and design intelligence. Nothing casual; nothing kept carelessly. This is a vetted archive piece from someone who understood exactly what they were holding. Condition Signed with Carl-Art's distinctive "CA with arrow" mark alongside "STERLING" in rectangular cartouche on reverse — sterling silver confirmed. Natural patina throughout, not polished, preserving the integrity and age of the piece. Rhinestones intact. Pin stem and closure function properly. Pendant bail loop intact and functional. Light oxidation consistent with authentic age; can be polished if preferred. KEYWORDS: Carl-Art, Carl Art, signed Carl-Art, CA arrow hallmark, Providence Rhode Island jewelry, vintage sterling silver brooch, sterling ivy leaf brooch, leaf brooch pendant, convertible brooch pendant, naturalistic leaf brooch, pink rhinestone brooch, baguette rhinestone brooch, 1940s brooch, 1950s brooch, mid-century sterling brooch, estate jewelry, collectible costume jewelry, botanical brooch, archive find, gift for jewelry collector, vintage leaf pin, sterling silver pendant brooch Condition: Pre-owned - Excellent. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Brooches & Pins. Brand: Carl Art.