Antonio Cavelti 1970 For Maison Birks Earrings 18Kt

Pair of geometric earrings designed by Antonio "Toni" Cavelti for Birks. Fabulous pair of sculptural earrings, created in Canada by the artist and goldsmith Antonio Cavelti, back in the 1970 to be retailed at the Maison Birks jewelers. This pair has been crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. Created with cubism patterns and fitted with posts (Removable) and comfortable French omega backs for fastening clips. Weight: 16.45 Grams, (10.54 Dwt). Measurements: 36 mm by 36 mm (1.41 x 1.41 Inches). Hallmarks Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the gold and signed, "BIRKS .750 18kt CAVELTI". Toni Cavelti Was a very creative artist, craftsman, and jeweler based in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Canada. He has retired from jewelery, but continues to be a creative artist. He has said that he feels jewelry is more craft than art. However, the jewels we see from the Cavelti workshop are easy to see as art. Apprenticed in Switzerland, in 1954, a young Toni Cavelti arrived in his chosen new home of Vancouver, British Columbia. He found work in the jewelry business, and his designs and style promptly became an important part of Vancouver style and society. In the 1960s and 1970s, nature and geometry combined in vibrant designs that are both bold and joyful. The combination of space and reflection, texture and polish create highlights and depth of form. Cavelti’s work is widely recognized as innovative, carefully consider