{"product_id":"vintage-grosse-1960-turquoise-glass-floral-brooch","title":"Vintage Grossé 1960 Turquoise Glass Floral Brooch – Signed German Designer Jewelry","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA beautiful example of \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emid-century German jewelry design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, this signed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrossé brooch dates to 1960\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e and features an exceptionally dimensional floral form rendered in luminous textured gold-tone metal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe flower is constructed from layers of deeply sculpted, overlapping petals, each beautifully fluted and finished with fine linear texturing that captures and reflects the light. The curled and folded edges give the brooch wonderful movement and make the flower appear almost as though it has been formed from pleated metallic fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAt the center, \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esix vivid turquoise-blue glass cabochons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e are individually prong-set in gold-tone metal. Their saturated color creates a beautiful contrast against the warm golden petals and provides the perfect focal point for the design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe reverse is equally impressive, revealing the dimensional construction of the individual petals, original pin mechanism and the \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrossé 1960\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e maker’s mark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 7\/8 inches in diameter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, this is a sophisticated and highly wearable piece of European mid-century jewelry with unmistakable presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Grossé\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSigned:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Grossé 1960\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Germany\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 1960\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Dimensional floral statement brooch\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Gold-tone metal and turquoise-blue glass cabochons\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCenter Stones:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Six prong-set turquoise-blue glass cabochons\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Approx. 1 7\/8 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClosure:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Traditional pin-back\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Layered and sculpted dimensional metalwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eExcellent vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAll six turquoise-blue glass cabochons are present and securely set. The gold-tone finish remains exceptionally bright and lustrous, beautifully showcasing the intricate texture of the petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe pin mechanism is intact and functional. Minor surface wear consistent with age may be visible under close inspection and is part of the authentic character of this 1960 piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease review all photographs, including the reverse, side profile and maker’s mark, as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAbout Grossé\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe history of Grossé begins with \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHenkel \u0026amp; Grosse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, founded in Pforzheim, Germany, in 1907. The German jewelry manufacturer became particularly important in the world of European costume jewelry during the mid-20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1955\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, Henkel \u0026amp; Grosse began manufacturing costume jewelry for the House of Christian Dior, establishing an association that would become an important part of the company’s history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAlongside its Dior production, the company produced jewelry under the \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrossé\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e name, including sophisticated modernist, botanical and sculptural designs that are collected today as examples of quality German vintage jewelry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe dated \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1960 Grossé signature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e is an especially appealing feature of this brooch because it places the piece directly within the company’s important mid-century period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBeyond the name, however, the craftsmanship speaks for itself. The elaborate dimensional petals, finely textured surfaces, curled edges and individually set turquoise-blue cabochons demonstrate the attention to construction that makes vintage Grossé jewelry so interesting to collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eViewed from the side, the considerable depth of the flower becomes even more apparent; viewed from the reverse, its sculptural construction is beautifully revealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt is an excellent addition to a collection of \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrossé, vintage German jewelry, Christian Dior-era European costume jewelry, Miriam Haskell, Hattie Carnegie, Trifari and other significant mid-century designers.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eStyling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe combination of turquoise blue and luminous gold makes this brooch particularly beautiful against \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eblack, ivory, camel, navy or chocolate brown\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWear it traditionally on the lapel of a tailored blazer or wool coat, or use it to embellish a silk scarf, structured handbag or evening jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIts sculptural form also makes it an attractive display piece in a curated vintage jewelry collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Betty Lily and Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48030935154928,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/5357\/4896\/files\/Photoroom_20260918_100440_2.jpg?v=1789751862","url":"https:\/\/bettylilyandcompany.com\/products\/vintage-grosse-1960-turquoise-glass-floral-brooch","provider":"Betty Lily and Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}