Pair of Dress Clips

Artist Unknown - The Mercat Cross, Aberdeen, 1930

MEDIUMPlatinum with white and yellow diamonds
DIMENSIONS2.5 × 5.8 cm (1 × 2 1/4 in.)
LOCATIONArt Institute of Chicago

These exquisite platinum and diamond dress clips from 1930 perfectly capture the geometric elegance and luxurious sparkle of the Art Deco era.

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ABOUT THIS WORK

These dazzling dress clips, crafted in 1930, are a stunning example of Art Deco jewelry design. Made from platinum and adorned with both white and yellow diamonds, they reflect the era's fascination with geometric precision and luxurious materials. The Art Deco period, roughly from the 1920s to the 1930s, celebrated modernity, industrialization, and bold, symmetrical forms. These clips, though small, embody that spirit with their intricate arrangement of diamonds, likely designed to catch and refract light with every movement. They would have been worn on a dress, perhaps at the neckline or shoulder, adding a touch of sophisticated sparkle to an evening ensemble. The use of platinum, a strong and lustrous metal, allowed for delicate settings that emphasize the brilliance of the diamonds, making these clips both a functional accessory and a miniature work of art.

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What to Notice

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The contrast of white and yellow diamonds

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Geometric, symmetrical arrangement of stones

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Delicate platinum setting

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THE ARTIST
Artist Unknown - The Mercat Cross, Aberdeen

This 'Artist Unknown' represents a vast collection of anonymous creators, whose works like 'Boston Common' and 'Self Portrait' offer glimpses into diverse historical periods and artistic practices.

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