Description
Striking vintage statement earrings featuring an organic, sculptural design with dramatic textural contrast. Each earring is anchored by a dark, curved base layered with metallic bead clusters, wirework detailing, and raised cabochon accents in silver and black tones, creating a bold, almost botanical or sea-creature–inspired form.
The dimensional construction and clustered elements give these earrings exceptional depth and movement, while the asymmetry of texture keeps the design visually dynamic. This style is strongly reminiscent of late 1980s–1990s avant-garde art jewelry, when designers embraced experimental materials, exaggerated forms, and wearable sculpture.
These earrings are unapologetically bold—meant to be the focal point of a look and worn with confidence.
Details:
Era: c. late 1980s–2000’s
Style: Avant-garde / sculptural / art jewelry
Materials: Mixed metals, cabochons, wirework, bead detailing
Closure: Clip-on
Markings: None noted
Condition: Very good vintage condition with light, age-appropriate wear
A rare, expressive pair ideal for collectors of statement vintage jewelry or anyone drawn to unconventional, high-impact design.
Description
Striking vintage statement earrings featuring an organic, sculptural design with dramatic textural contrast. Each earring is anchored by a dark, curved base layered with metallic bead clusters, wirework detailing, and raised cabochon accents in silver and black tones, creating a bold, almost botanical or sea-creature–inspired form.
The dimensional construction and clustered elements give these earrings exceptional depth and movement, while the asymmetry of texture keeps the design visually dynamic. This style is strongly reminiscent of late 1980s–1990s avant-garde art jewelry, when designers embraced experimental materials, exaggerated forms, and wearable sculpture.
These earrings are unapologetically bold—meant to be the focal point of a look and worn with confidence.
Details:
Era: c. late 1980s–2000’s
Style: Avant-garde / sculptural / art jewelry
Materials: Mixed metals, cabochons, wirework, bead detailing
Closure: Clip-on
Markings: None noted
Condition: Very good vintage condition with light, age-appropriate wear
A rare, expressive pair ideal for collectors of statement vintage jewelry or anyone drawn to unconventional, high-impact design.
