Full Bloom - Vintage Signed 'SANDOR CO' Gold Plated Red Enamel Flower Brooch (VBR269)

Full Bloom - Vintage Signed 'SANDOR CO' Gold Plated Red Enamel Flower Brooch (VBR269)

$95.00

Full Bloom - Vintage Signed 'SANDOR CO' Gold Plated Red Enamel Flower Brooch. This lovely brooch is crafted from gold plate over metal, signed SANDOR CO. The brooch features enamel work, vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. This whimsical brooch is designed as a flower which showcases beautiful deep red enamel work and a yellow pistil. The back of the brooch is gold plated, and features its original pin a rotary locking system, which is in perfect working order. The vintage brooch is a statement piece, which will add fun and whimsy to any collection.

History: The history of American brand Sandor began in 1938, when Sandor Goldberger founded it. Characteristic of his decorations – pastel flowers in a frame made of silver, decorated with enamel and rhinestone. In addition, he produced the figurines, which are now rare. Unfortunately, the company ceased its operation in 1972.

True enameling began in the 5th century B.C.E. with the Greeks, who included inlays of enamel glaze into some sculptures. Enamel as an art form is seen across many ages and cultures, the Celts in the 3rd century, Byzantium, Renaissance Italy, 13th-century China, 16th to 17th-century Japan, and Limoges, France.

The technology behind gold plated jewelry is credited to Italian chemist Luigi Brugnatelli. In 1805, he discovered the process for electroplating. It was quickly adopted for jewelry styles, with many Victorian jewelry pieces using gold plating.

Measurements: Brooch 48.00 mm

Weight: 8.19 grams

Condition: Very Good Note: Very slight age related wear.

Origin: America, New York

Date: Circa 1950