Copper Arts & Crafts Clip Earrings

I believe these gorgeous geometric earrings are from the Arts & Crafts era which flourished here in the United States between 1880 and 1920.  They fearture a very unique and apparently old butterfly style clip clasp on the back of each earring.  They are done in textured copper and have a beautiful patina.  

The Arts & Crafts era came about in response to the industrialization of the late 19th century.  It was both a political and social movement revolting against new technology.  Humble materials such as copper, brass, and enamel were often used in straightforward simple designs, often inspired by nature.  Artists of this era focused on quality craftsmanship and design rather than precious materials and gemstones. 

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Thank you to the following website(s) for the historical content of this blog post:

Collectors Weekly. Retrieved 6/29/2011 from http://www.collectorsweekly.com/arts-and-crafts/overview

Dover Jewelry. Retrieved 6/29/2011 from http://www.doverjewelry.com/Arts%20and%20Crafts