Carmen Beckmann (b. 20th century, Mexican)
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Description
A group of Mexican silver jewelry, circa 1960-1980; San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
Each stamped: Beckmann / Sterling / Mexico
Comprising a mixed metal overlay three-panel bracelet, each panel with a stylized copper mask and set turquoise accent (6.5" inner C x 1.125" H), an abstract silver overlay round brooch (2" Dia.), an elaborate silver star pendant with central dome and eight amethyst cabochons (2.125" Dia.), and a narrow silver bangle with amethyst charm (7.75" inner C; charm: 1" Dia.), 4 pieces
127.9 grams gross
Provenance: The Collection of Cindy Tietze-Hodosh and Stuart Hodosh
Literature: Two designs illustrated: Penny C. Morrill and Carole A. Berk, "Mexican Silver: Modern Hand-Wrought Jewelry & Metalwork" 4th Edition (Atglen, PA: Schiffer, 2007), 233, Pl. XXV-10 and 234, Pl. XXV-11.
Each stamped: Beckmann / Sterling / Mexico
Comprising a mixed metal overlay three-panel bracelet, each panel with a stylized copper mask and set turquoise accent (6.5" inner C x 1.125" H), an abstract silver overlay round brooch (2" Dia.), an elaborate silver star pendant with central dome and eight amethyst cabochons (2.125" Dia.), and a narrow silver bangle with amethyst charm (7.75" inner C; charm: 1" Dia.), 4 pieces
127.9 grams gross
Provenance: The Collection of Cindy Tietze-Hodosh and Stuart Hodosh
Literature: Two designs illustrated: Penny C. Morrill and Carole A. Berk, "Mexican Silver: Modern Hand-Wrought Jewelry & Metalwork" 4th Edition (Atglen, PA: Schiffer, 2007), 233, Pl. XXV-10 and 234, Pl. XXV-11.
Condition
Each in overall good condition with light tarnishing and scratches commensurate with age and use. Stones with scattered light abrasions. Tiny chip to one turquoise stone. The amethysts with eye-visible inclusions and surface-reaching fractures. A couple of minor dents to bangle. Chain guard of bracelet lacking attachment ring on one side.
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Carmen Beckmann (b. 20th century, Mexican)
Estimate $400 - $600
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