PYP01 Vintage Piedra y Plata Felipe Martinez sterling silver and stone brooch, circa- 1955
Origin: Taxco, Mexico
Dimensions: 1.75" x 1.38"; stone 1.18" x .88"; 20.5 gm
Condition: Excellent – no cracks or chips to stone.
Provenance: Private Collection
Price: $395.00

Ultra-rare signed work by Felipe Martinez, sculptor turned silversmith who was regarded by his peers as a master of the art. Simple beaded arches with a soft, smoky patina embrace a huge copper-hued stone displaying mesmerizing organic geometry. Martinez was known for his ability to join stone with silver seamlessly and this piece is no exception. An elegant piece for the discerning collector, this brooch commands attention with quiet authority.