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Drawing of a diamond and gem brooch with two stylized scrolls
Designed for: Trabert & Hoeffer, Inc.-Mauboussin (1936–1953)
American
1930s–1950s
Object Place: New York, New York, United States
Medium/Technique
Gouache on paper
Dimensions
Height x width: 8 x 4.3 cm (3 1/8 x 1 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf
Accession Number2009.4460
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Contemporary Art, Americas
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Drawings
DescriptionThe component or element illustrated in this cut-out colored gouche drawing on black paper depicts a stylized two-part scroll in white metal with round and baguette diamonds and two groups of blue (sapphire?) cabochons.
ProvenanceBefore 2006, in collection of Alan Cutler, Miami Beach, FL; June 8, 2006, purchased at Christie's auction in New York City by Frederic A. Sharf, Chestnut Hill, MA; gift of Sharf and his wife Jean to the MFA (Accession date: September 16, 2009)