Doreen Ryan Swimming Fish Brooch Gold Plate Enamel Bold 4" Signed VTG 1994

Huge Doreen Ryan enameled gold-plated swimming fish brooch. Signed. Vintage 1994. Measures approx. 2.5" X 4" Bright gold-plated cast metal with green enamel overlay and tiny clear crystal acents Marked DR 94 with copyright symbol In excellent vintage condition with no plating loss, chips, or missing stones. Pin mechanism fastens securely. Located in Warwick, Rhode Island, Doreen Ryan Company Inc was active for a decade, from 30 Jan 1996 until 7 Oct 2002. The company produced high quality pieces inspired by animal world and nature, with a modernist touch. However, Doreen Ryan began creating jewelry long before 1990s, when she collaborated with Mr DeLizza. According to his memories, with his help she became major supplier of belts and jewelry to the industry. Also, in the 1990s, she was designing under the name “Laiasia”. Traditionally, the designer marked her pieces with full name Doreen Ryan, or DR with a copyright symbol. Many of her pieces are also dated as this one is.