Vintage golden flower brooch, relief leaves, 1950s style, costume jewelry

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Description

Vintage-style costume brooch depicting a large, embossed flower, with elaborate decorative work on the visible side. The central composition is formed by a dense bouquet of motifs evoking berries or flower buds, in pale pink, cream, and white tones, with a granular, textured appearance. Around this floral heart, six gold-finished leaves are arranged in a star shape, each finely veined, bringing an elegant contrast to the whole. The details of the leaves show precise veining, typical of costume jewelry creations from the 50s-60s.

The brooch has a voluminous and domed structure, with marked relief. The floral elements in the center display an alternation of elongated shapes and small rounded clusters, accentuating the bouquet effect. The whole gives the impression of an elaborate decorative piece, with a rich visual rendering and a delicate palette, mainly in gold, pink, and off-white tones.

The gilding on the metal leaves, visible on the front, is patinated, giving the brooch a retro charm. No logo or brand is legible on the part shown. The overall appearance evokes a typical vintage creation of mid-century costume jewelry, with strong floral inspiration.

The visible surface shows no major apparent defects; some texture irregularities are observable in the floral elements, characteristic of manual work or manufacturing of the period. The general condition, according to the photo, remains decorative and authentic.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Possible presence of signs of wear, patina, or small irregularities related to age and manufacturing.

Did you know? Voluminous floral brooches with gilded leaves and embossed motifs were very popular in the 1950s and 1960s, worn on coats as well as evening dresses. Their manufacture often combined gilded metal and painted or molded elements to create a highly appreciated three-dimensional effect in retro fashion.

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