Catherine Popesco Art Deco Brooch

All I can say is "Wow!"  I came across this modern piece and knew nothing about its maker.  It is signed Catherine Popesco France.  Catherine, a Paris native, is the creator and owner of La Vie Parisienne, an international accessory and jewelry company.  Their jewelry is made of "old silver" (a French process of layering Sterling silver over copper), finished with enamel and set with Austrian crystals.

Catherine's designs are made from original stampings found in the old factories and workshops of Paris.  Many of these templates are over 200 years old and were originally designed by celebrated artists such as Lalique, Mucha, Galle, and Picasso.  La Vie Parisienne's elegant jewelry is made in the style of France's Art Nouveau and Art Deco eras.

Feel free to contact me if you are interested in purchasing this piece.  Questions, comments, and additional information are always appreciated.  My online shop on www.rubylane.com is coming soon.

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La Vie Parisienne. Retrieved 4/2/2011 from http://lavieparisienne.com/about/catherine.html