Property from an Important Collection of 20th century British Artist Jewellery
Andrew Grima
Diamond brooch, 1969
No reserve
Lot Closed
May 30, 01:42 PM GMT
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
Of sculptural design set with single-cut diamonds, signed Grima, maker's mark HJCo, UK hallmark.
This exquisite brooch, adorned delicately with diamonds, bears the unmistakable influence of Dame Barbara Hepworth (1903 to 1975), a close friend and client of Andrew Grima. Hepworth, renowned for her sculptural masterpieces characterized by a distinctive 'hole in the middle' trademark, was a pioneering figure in this period.
In 1969 Grima also fashioned a ring for Barbara Hepworth. This interconnectedness between their creations underscores the symbiotic relationship between the worlds of jewelry design and sculpture. It is a testament to how artistic influences transcend boundaries and inspire the creation of truly remarkable pieces.
