Vintage 70s couple enamel pendant, red blue, rare retro jewelry

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This vintage pendant depicts an embracing couple, styled with a typical 70s aesthetic. Visible on the front, the piece has an elongated vertical shape, cut according to the silhouettes of the two figures. The silver background, with a shiny metallic appearance, is enhanced with an enameled decoration: the figure on the left (woman) has orange hair, a bright blue top, and flared red trousers, while the figure on the right (man) has black hair, a red top, and black trousers. The vibrant colors and naive design recall the pop style and free spirit of the decade.

The pendant has a fixed suspension loop positioned at the top, allowing for easy wear on a chain or cord. The contours are outlined by a silver filigree that clearly separates each colored area, accentuating the cloisonné effect of the decoration. No markings or signatures are visible on the front presented.

The visible surface has a smooth finish, with some minor irregularities in the enamel, characteristic of costume jewelry from this period. The colors are well preserved, displaying a beautiful shine under light. The overall piece evokes the graphic world of the seventies, with its fluid lines and strong contrasts.

This retro jewelry, both decorative and filled with nostalgia, testifies to the typical craftsmanship of costume pendants produced at the end of the 20th century. The naive and expressive appearance of the couple, as well as the choice of bold colors, make it an iconic piece of vintage fashion.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The colored enamel shows some minor traces of use visible in the photo, with no major chips. The visible side shows no apparent structural defects.

Did you know? Enameled jewelry was very successful in the 1970s thanks to its vibrant palette and its ability to adopt original shapes. Cold enamel, a technique often used on costume jewelry of this period, makes it possible to create colorful and personalized decorations without resorting to high-temperature firing.

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