Vintage Tortolani Copper Tone Stylized Leaf Swirl Circular Brooch Pin 2 Inch
Vintage Tortolani Stylized Swirl Brooch
Copper Tone Costume Metal
31.8 grams
This mid-century Tortolani brooch exhibits the sculptural aesthetic characteristic of the California-based jeweler's output from the mid-20th century. The circular design features three interlocking textured scrolls punctuated by smooth, stylized leaf motifs. The piece showcases a layered construction that generates depth through contrasting surface treatments of polished copper tone and stippled textures. Tortolani jewelry is known for its casting quality and hand-finished details.
• Textured and smooth copper tone finish across a circular relief design
• Secure pin stem with functional rolling C-clasp on the reverse
• Signed Tortolani in script within a raised cartouche on the back
• 2 inches in diameter
Condition: Fair to good vintage condition with plating loss on one leaf element. Surface scratches and finish wear present. Tarnish on the reverse. Pin mechanism operates as intended. Hallmark transcribed as Tortolani.
Vintage Tortolani Stylized Swirl Brooch
Copper Tone Costume Metal
31.8 grams
This mid-century Tortolani brooch exhibits the sculptural aesthetic characteristic of the California-based jeweler's output from the mid-20th century. The circular design features three interlocking textured scrolls punctuated by smooth, stylized leaf motifs. The piece showcases a layered construction that generates depth through contrasting surface treatments of polished copper tone and stippled textures. Tortolani jewelry is known for its casting quality and hand-finished details.
• Textured and smooth copper tone finish across a circular relief design
• Secure pin stem with functional rolling C-clasp on the reverse
• Signed Tortolani in script within a raised cartouche on the back
• 2 inches in diameter
Condition: Fair to good vintage condition with plating loss on one leaf element. Surface scratches and finish wear present. Tarnish on the reverse. Pin mechanism operates as intended. Hallmark transcribed as Tortolani.
Description
Vintage Tortolani Stylized Swirl Brooch
Copper Tone Costume Metal
31.8 grams
This mid-century Tortolani brooch exhibits the sculptural aesthetic characteristic of the California-based jeweler's output from the mid-20th century. The circular design features three interlocking textured scrolls punctuated by smooth, stylized leaf motifs. The piece showcases a layered construction that generates depth through contrasting surface treatments of polished copper tone and stippled textures. Tortolani jewelry is known for its casting quality and hand-finished details.
• Textured and smooth copper tone finish across a circular relief design
• Secure pin stem with functional rolling C-clasp on the reverse
• Signed Tortolani in script within a raised cartouche on the back
• 2 inches in diameter
Condition: Fair to good vintage condition with plating loss on one leaf element. Surface scratches and finish wear present. Tarnish on the reverse. Pin mechanism operates as intended. Hallmark transcribed as Tortolani.
