{"product_id":"vintage-sculptural-brass-face-statement-cuff-bracelet-betty-lily-and-co","title":"Vintage Sculptural Brass Face Statement Cuff Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA remarkable piece of vintage wearable art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dramatic circa 1980s brass cuff features an extraordinary \u003cb\u003eoversized sculptural face\u003c\/b\u003e rising from a substantial wide cuff bracelet. Bold, dimensional and unapologetically artistic, the design has the presence of a small sculpture translated into jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elongated face measures more than \u003cb\u003e3¼ inches in height\u003c\/b\u003e, with strongly modeled facial features and sweeping, dimensional ornamentation surrounding the head. Deep recessed areas have developed darker coloration over time, creating beautiful contrast against the warm brass and emphasizing the contours of the sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this piece particularly compelling is its scale. The sculptural element extends well beyond the width of the bracelet, creating an exaggerated vertical silhouette when worn. From the side, the considerable projection and dimensional construction become even more apparent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide brass cuff provides a strong architectural foundation for the face. Its naturally aged surface displays variations in tone, subtle oxidation and vintage wear that complement the sculptural character beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsigned and wonderfully unusual, this is the kind of vintage jewelry that stands entirely on the strength of its design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIt isn’t simply a cuff bracelet—it is wearable sculpture.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEra:\u003c\/b\u003e Circa 1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Sculptural \/ Figural \/ Statement \/ Wearable Art\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Brass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Unsigned\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSculptural Face:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately \u003cb\u003e3¼+ inches high × 1½ inches wide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCuff Width:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately \u003cb\u003e2 inches\u003c\/b\u003e, tapering to approximately \u003cb\u003e1⅞ inches\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall Circumference:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately \u003cb\u003e7½ inches including the opening\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCuff Opening:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately \u003cb\u003e1⅞ inches\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease review measurements carefully when determining fit. Because this is a substantial sculptural cuff, its proportions and wearing experience differ from those of a conventional bracelet.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCare\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage brass develops patina naturally over time. To preserve the existing finish, avoid abrasive cleaners and chemical polishing products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore separately from other jewelry to help protect the sculptural surface, and wipe gently with a soft dry cloth after wearing.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition with beautiful age-related character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brass exhibits \u003cb\u003enatural patina, oxidation, tonal variation, surface marks and wear consistent with age and use\u003c\/b\u003e. Darkened areas within the recessed portions of the sculpture enhance its depth and dimensionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece has intentionally \u003cb\u003enot been aggressively polished\u003c\/b\u003e, allowing the vintage surface and patina to remain part of its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsigned vintage jewelry of this caliber is collected for something beyond a recognizable name: \u003cb\u003edesign\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge-scale figural jewelry occupied an especially interesting place in late-20th-century fashion, when designers increasingly treated accessories as sculptural objects rather than quiet embellishments. This cuff captures that sensibility beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts exaggerated proportions, dimensional construction and oversized human face place it firmly within the tradition of \u003cb\u003estatement and art jewelry\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause no maker’s mark or documentation has been identified, Betty Lily \u0026amp; Co. does not attribute this bracelet to a particular designer. The circa-1980s dating is a stylistic assessment based upon its design, materials and construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat mystery is part of its appeal.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStyling Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cuff needs very little accompaniment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear it against \u003cb\u003eblack, cream, ivory, chocolate brown or another solid neutral\u003c\/b\u003e and allow the brass sculpture to become the focal point. A fitted black turtleneck, long sleeve or minimalist dress provides an especially dramatic backdrop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an editorial approach, pair it with oversized vintage earrings or a single dramatic earring while leaving the neckline relatively clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also works beautifully with rolled or pushed-up sleeves, allowing the elongated face to sit prominently along the wrist and lower forearm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a piece intended to quietly blend into an ensemble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Betty Lily and Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50521015156976,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/5357\/4896\/files\/Photoroom_20260922_163040.jpg?v=1790120547","url":"https:\/\/bettylilyandcompany.com\/products\/vintage-sculptural-brass-face-statement-cuff-bracelet-betty-lily-and-co","provider":"Betty Lily and Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}