A matched pair of original Art Deco 1930s sewing appliques featuring metallic bronze bullion braiding and prong-set topaz-colored glass rhinestones. The warm topaz glass stones are beautifully framed with the bronze braid, creating a rich, sculptural effect.
Era: 1930s
Quantity: Two, offered as a mirrored pair.
Size: 14 × 22 mm (0.55 × 0.87 inches)
Condition: Vintage condition as shown, stones are secure
Materials: Metallic bronze bullion braid, glass rhinestones
Origin:
Glass Components: Hand-crafted in the historic Bohemian region of Czechoslovakia, world-renowned since the 19th century for its exceptional glass cutting, clarity, and rich color traditions.
Assembly and Braiding:
Meticulously braided and assembled in France, utilizing traditional Parisian haute couture techniques to frame the stones in rich metallic bronze bullion.
Additional Information:
These Art Deco appliqués were designed to be stitched directly onto garments and reflect the decorative trims used in pre-WWII couture, Hollywood evening wear, and stage costumes. The dimensional bullion braid and individually prong-set stones are characteristic of 1930s garment embellishment, prior to the widespread use of glued stones and lighter trims seen later in the century.
