Description
Vintage Matisse Renoir Copper Enamel Cuff Bracelet Earrings Set Modernist. Designer: Matisse (Renoir of California). The matching earrings echo the palette in afluid, teardrop modernist design, completing a cohesive and highly wearable set. Earrings: Clip-on, both clearly signed “Matisse” and “Renoir”. Offered is a striking vintage Matisse Renoir copper enamel jewelry set, featuring a wide modernist cuff bracelet with matching clip-on earrings, dating to the 1950s–early 1960s. This is a signed example from Renoir of California’s “Matisse” line, known for its artistic enamel work and bold mid-century design. The set showcases a highly sculptural form paired with a vivid, abstract enamel panel in rich turquoise, teal, and yellow tones. The bracelet’s centerpiece features a textured, almost cellular enamel effect, with organic color transitions reminiscent of abstract expressionist art. The matching earrings echo the palette in a fluid, teardrop modernist design, completing a cohesive and highly wearable set. Key Features Designer: Matisse (Renoir of California) Era: Mid-century modern, circa 1950s–1960s Material: Solid copper with kiln-fired enamel Construction: Wide cuff bracelet with applied geometric mounts Earrings: Clip-on, both clearly signed “Matisse” and “Renoir” Design Style: Modernist / abstract / sculptural Condition Enamel panels remain vibrant with no major loss or damage Copper shows natural patina and oxidation on reverse (consistent with age) Light surface wear to copper finish on front Earrings clips function properly Note: Patina has been left intact to preserve authenticity and collector appeal. Collector Notes Larger cuff-style Matisse pieces are more sought-after than standard link bracelets Complete matching sets are increasingly harder to find Strong example of American mid-century modern jewelry design Styling / Appeal A standout piece for: Mid-century collectors Modernist jewelry enthusiasts Statement vintage fashion Gallery-style or artistic wear