A matched pair of original 1930s sewing appliques featuring metallic bronze bullion braiding and prong-set topaz-colored glass rhinestones.
Era: 1930s
Quantity: Two, offered as a mirrored pair.
Size: 17 × 36 mm (0.67 × 1.42 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 set stones are characteristic of 1930s garment embellishment, prior to the widespread use of glued stones and lighter trims seen later in the century.
