Brooch
Designer
Elsa Schiaparelli
(1890 - 1973)
c. 1940
Metal and rhinestone
Gift of Mr. Simeon Braguin
Object number84.173.3
During the 1930s, the Great Depression and Hollywood influenced fashion. Bold accessories that might feature historical revivals or humorous whimsy created a fantastical escape from the grim reality of worldwide political crises.
DescriptionHot air balloon brooch in gold tone metal enameled in ivory, red and gilt, with rhinestone trimCollections
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