Diamanté Baguette & Pavé Ribbon Dress Clip
$ 275
Additional information
| Maker | Marcel Boucher |
|---|---|
| Size | 2 1/4" x 1 3/4" |
| Condition | Excellent (see description) |
| Date | 1949 (based on inventory number, per Brunialti) |
| Marks | "BOUCHER 2822" and "B" (for "MB") with Phrygian cap |
| Reference | See Brunialti, Vol. 1, p.69, for smaller version of this clip attached to snake chain necklace |
This rhinestone dress clip from the late-1940s features sparkly baguettes and pavé set in rhodium-plated metal, creating a luscious statement piece. Even the underside of the furled upper corner is bejeweled. Marcel Boucher was one of the finest designers in this era, and this piece attests to his talent. Wear it to great effect on a weighty fabric, such as a coat or jacket. Or wear it as a bold pendant on a substantial chain. The third photo shows this clip on a sterling flexible choker from the same decade – scroll down to see it. Note that the stones do not have the yellow tinge suggested by the photos.
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Sterling Silver Choker by Walter Lampl
Vintage Necklaces, 1940s Jewelry, Walter Lampl JewelryThis sterling silver choker by Walter Lampl was the height of style in the mid- to late-1940s. The simplicity of this piece makes it wearable with almost anything. This well-constructed necklace closes with a concealed clasp. This choker was made for a slim neck, even though the construction allows for a bit of stretch. Please note the length (14 1/2"), and measure your neck before making this purchase. This necklace was advertised in the May 1947 issue of The Jewelers' Circular - Keystone (a trade publication). I wrote a blog post about two stars who wore this style of necklace in 1940s films – read it here. Cate Blanchett wore a gold version in the 2015 movie Carol. After seeing the 2019 Oscars, I was inspired by Amy Adams' red-carpet look to add a Marcel Boucher brooch to this necklace, as shown in the last photo. Scroll down to see this brooch as well as a gold flexible bracelet by another maker.$ 295