1930s Brooch Gold Tone Estate Ornate Baroque Hollywood Regency Pin

Description

View 1930s Brooch Gold Tone Estate Ornate Baroque Hollywood Regency Pin with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Baroque Revival, Rococo Revival, Hollywood Regency, Regencycore, Royalcore, Old Hollywood, Gilded Glamour, Maximalist, Whimsigoth, Dark Academia, Romantic, Ornate. The piece also reflects the romantic theatricality associated with Golden Age Hollywood and early Hollywood Regency design. This striking 1930s estate brooch captures the dramatic return to historical ornament that developed alongside the streamlined geometry of the Art Deco era. Rather than relying on sleek, flat surfaces, the design has substantial depth and visual weight, combining elaborate scrolling foliage, acanthus-like flourishes, pierced openwork and a prominent fluted floral medallion at its center. The richly modeled gold-tone metal evokes the carved and gilded ornament of European Baroque and Rococo decorative arts. Deep recesses between the raised scrolls create areas of shadow while the sculpted high points catch the light, giving this brooch an unusually dimensional, almost architectural presence. Its construction supports a circa 1930s dating. The reverse shows an older-style pin assembly with a simple open C-type catch rather than a later fully enclosed safety clasp. The deeply molded dimensional construction and pierced areas allowed period costume jewelry manufacturers to recreate the visual richness of elaborate historic metalwork in a wearable fashion accessory. The piece also reflects the romantic theatricality associated with Golden Age Hollywood and early Hollywood Regency design. Gilded surfaces, European-inspired ornament, sweeping curves and dimensional decoration created the kind of opulent visual impact associated with glamorous period fashions and interiors. Today, those same characteristics give the brooch crossover appeal for Regencycore and Royalcore styling as well as the darker historicism of Whimsigoth and Dark Academia. Why You Will Be Obsessed With It The sculptural scrollwork looks beautiful from every angle. The fluted center medallion gives it unmistakable period character. Pierced openwork creates dramatic highlights and shadows. Its 1 1/2 inch scale packs remarkable detail into a wearable size. The aged gold tone adds authentic old-world character. It bridges genuine 1930s design with today’s romantic maximalist aesthetics. Condition Good vintage condition for its approximately 90-year age, with visible surface wear, darkening, patina and variation to the gold-tone finish consistent with age and use. The recessed portions retain darker coloration that further emphasizes the dimensional scrollwork. The reverse and pin hardware show age-related discoloration and wear. Please review the photographs closely, as they are an important part of the condition description. Measurements Approximately 1 1/2 inches across at the widest point, or approximately 3.8 cm. Most items are shipped in a cotton filled jewelry presentation box. Buyers can reach out if they are purchasing as a gift to ensure it is sent in a gift box. Please follow our store with over 3000 vintage and antique pieces just like this with new items added daily! Aesthetics Baroque Revival, Rococo Revival, Hollywood Regency, Regencycore, Royalcore, Old Hollywood, Gilded Glamour, Maximalist, Whimsigoth, Dark Academia, Romantic, Ornate Condition: Pre-owned - Good. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Brooches & Pins. Brand: Unbranded.

Antique

No

Shape

Asymmetrical

Occasion

Birthday, Christening, Anniversary, Wedding, Valentine's Day, Graduation, Father's Day, Mother's Day, Engagement, Confirmation/Communion, Christmas

Main Stone Color

Gold

Year Manufactured

1930-1939

Metal

Gold Tone

Item Length

1.5"

Secondary Stone

No Stone

Jewelry Department

Fashion

Main Stone

No Stone

Vintage

Yes

Main Stone Treatment

Unknown

Department

Unisex Adults

Main Stone Shape

Baroque

Base Metal

Gold

Features

Adjustable

Handmade

Yes

Main Stone Creation

Unknown

Seller Warranty

No

Signed

No

Color

Gold

Cut Grade

Excellent

Material

Metal

Materials sourced from

United States

Brand

Unbranded

Setting Style

Bar

Type

Brooch

Era

Art Deco (1915-1935)

Customized

No

Colored Diamond Intensity

Fancy

Original/Reproduction

Original

Theme

Art, Beauty, Angels, Bohemian, Fairytale & Fantasy, Family & Friends, Fashion & Costumes, Retro

Country of Origin

United States