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This premier estate auction presents 420 lots of fine and decorative arts spanning the 19th and 20th centuries. Highlights include sterling silver and gold jewelry, European and Grand Tour bronzes, Asian ceramics and metalwork, Arts & Crafts and mid-century modern design, art pottery, clocks, lighting, and architectural objects. Notable makers include Liberty & Co., Archibald Knox, Chase, Raymor, Seguso, and Native American artisans. The sale also features comic books, furniture, and historically significant decorative pieces, offering collectors an exceptional opportunity.
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Lot 167

Peter Macchiarini (1909-2001) Mixed Metal Mid Century Modernist "Masks" Brooch

Estimate: $600 - $800
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  • Peter Macchiarini (1909-2001) Mixed Metal Mid Century Modernist "Masks" Brooch
  • Peter Macchiarini: “MASKS” of Mixed Metal and Hardstone MCM Modernist Brooch. Reminiscent of African-style depicting an abstract face featuring bronze across the forehead/brow. Signed Multiple Times Across Forehead "Macchiarini" (the signature is easily missed as it's placed to look like Hair/Bangs, hidden in plain sight) w/long snout and bone or hardstone concave mouth. Signed Macchiarini. Vintage condition is very good. This piece consists of metals; mixed silver, brass and copper; clasp and safety secure. Superficial wear in the form of minor scratches; overall good vintage condition. Literature for a similar examples, see: Marbeth Schon, "Form & Function, American Modernist Jewelry, 1940s-1969," page 237. Son, Daniel took over his father's San Francisco's Studio on 1544 Grant Ave in Historic North Beach neighborhood. The father, Peter's pieces are signed by a stamping impressed into the back piece of item as the full name, all capital letters "MACCHIARINI". The son, Daniel's pieces are signed usually on a soldered plate to the rear of his brooches.
  • Excellent condition. Age related wear.
  • Brooch is 4 1/2" tall and 1 3/4" wide.
  • From the Tim and Jamie Saloff Collection.

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