A very large and rare vintage 1950s handmade copper modernist Guitar design brooch pin by Francisco Rebajes of NYC. One of the rarer and more sought-after designs by Rebajes from the period! Constructed of solid copper that has been oxidized (black) in the recesses, and then given a clear coating to prevent tarnishing. 'Frank' Rebajes was one of the earliest self-trained studio metalsmiths in the US, starting back in the early 1930s. He quickly went from selling his idiosyncratic jewelry creations on the street to a posh and stylish showroom on 5th Avenue in the 1940s! He sold his business in 1958, and moved to Torremolinos Spain where he worked on his famous Ovulos sculptures and one of a kind pieces of jewelry and decorative art. This brooch measures 3" long by 1-1/2" wide. Could also be worn as a pendant with the addition of a bail-ring at top. Marked at back, "Rebajes" with his unique stylized mark. Excellent vintage condition.
The famous 'Cubist Guitar' copper brooch by Francisco Rebajes of NYC circa 1950s - measures 3" long!
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