Attributed to Harry Bertoia Brass Earrings and Pendant

Bertoia, attributed to Harry, Pair of Earrings and Matching Pendant, c.1950, hand hammered brass, each with 4 concentric open ended circles attached to a dangling post, unmarked, earrings 2.75 x 2.25 inches, the pendant is slightly larger and measures 3.25 x 2.5 inches. Provenance: acquired from Marbeth Schon, the jewelry historian and dealer who authored two important books on mid century jewelry, Form and Function: American Modernist Jewelry, 1940-1970, and Modernist Jewelry 1930-1960: The Wearable Art Movement. A similar pair of earrings is listed and shown as item 11 in the 2019 book Bertoia: The Metalworker by Beverly H. Twitchell.
Condition Report: In good vintage condition, the earrings with light tarnishing and discoloration. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. A list of recommended shippers is on our website: https://www.conceptgallery.com/auctions/shipping/ .