Harry Bertoia

Brigitta Bertoia, wife of the artist
Ihlenfeld Collection
Wright Chicago, December 8, 2002, lot 171
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Please note that this piece has been requested for an upcoming exhibition on Bertoia jewelery at the Cranboorok Museum of Art. Overall excellent condition. The necklace is truly a wearable piece of sculpture by Bertoia. Each element of the necklace with wonderful hand-hammered surface. Even the fasteners on the individual panels have a small decorative element that creates a wonderful contrast in shape. The piece is being sold with two later gold rings to extend the length. A true masterwork piece of jewelry by the artist.
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This lot has been requested by the Cranbrook Museum of Art for a forthcoming exhibition on Bertoia jewelry.