A modernist metal brutalist style brooch with a pink druzy gemstone inlay designed by Richard Bitterman. Engraved artist signature on front of brooch. Circa 1970s. An example of wearable art. Richard Bitterman (1930-2012) was based in Chicago and known for vintage unique jewelry. He was active as a self-taught artist for 45 years, creating beautiful jewelry and objects from copper, brass & steel. His later designs are much more refined than his earlier raw pieces. Bitterman's jewelry was sold at very high-end stores such as Neiman Marcus. From a private collection. Dimensions: 1.5h x 3"w x .5"d. In very good vintage condition.

1.5 x 3 x 0.5 in