Diamond Armchair Earrings

Price: $ 35.00
Member Price: $ 31.50

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Diamond Armchair Earrings - The New York Public Library Shop
Diamond Armchair Earrings
Diamond Armchair Earrings - The New York Public Library Shop

Enjoy elegant, fluid design with these silver plated earrings inspired by Harry Bertoia’s Diamond armchair. Bertoia wrote about his iconic mid-century design, My feeling was that it had to come almost from an inward direction. I began to rely once more on my own body. The chairs are studies in space, form and metal, too.”

Earrings are presented in a gift box featuring the following note:

"First manufactured in 1952, the welded steel rod construction of Harry Bertoia’s Diamond armchair revolutionized modern seating. Its open frame-supporting a grid of smaller diamond shapes glorified the use of a new industrial material while its graceful shape grew out of the designer’s awareness of his own corporeality. The continued success of the Diamond armchair is attributable to the seamless melding of aesthetics and practicality that was a cornerstone of the best mid-century American design."

For more than 30 years, David Howell & Company has specialized in the innovative design of sophisticated jewelry, ornaments, bookmarks, and more. Inspired by museum pieces, they adapt original, iconic work into modern, meaningful gifts.

** Please note that earrings are non-returnable for reasons of hygiene and safety. **

 

Designed by: David Howell

Made in: USA

Material: Solid brass  / electro-plated with non-tarnishing silver finish / Faux Pearl accent / ear wires are hypo-allergenic

Dim: Hangs approx. 2''

Item Number: ERS3334

Diamond Armchair Earrings - The New York Public Library Shop
Diamond Armchair Earrings
Diamond Armchair Earrings - The New York Public Library Shop