1950s Schiaparelli Watermelon Tourmaline Colored Brooch size_xs Made in France

Made in France

and pearly white

and Hubert de Givenchy- in the infamous “Battle of Versailles” fashion show

Twist lock closure

1950s Schiaparelli Watermelon Tourmaline Colored Brooch size_xs Made in FranceFantastic watermelon tourmaline brooch. Designed by the iconic Elsa Schiaparelli who was an active surrealist and friends with Salvador Dali. The asymmetrical gold metal bugle bead fringe hanging from a crescent moon shaped circle shows her versatility in combining unusual celestial art nouveau motifs with mid century design. An exquisite piece of work with an undoubtably dream like quality. Surrealism at its best! * This is costume jewelry.