Rose Ring
Decorative Art / Jewelry • Underdetermined; often associated with Scandinavian Studio Jewelry or regional artisan silversmiths
Style & Movement
Modernist / Brutalist Influenced Studio Jewelry
Medium & Technique
Sterling silver utilizing lost-wax casting and reticulation for organic texture
Creation Period
Late 20th Century to Contemporary (c. 1970 - Present)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 25mm head width; ring size estimated at US Size 8 based on visible tag
Subject Description
A stylized, abstract floral representation of a rose. The piece features high-relief ridges and a heavily textured background that mimics organic plant matter through oxidized or recessed metalwork.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; appears in new or like-new condition with minimal surface wear
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350 USD
Auction Estimate
$80 - $200 USD
Provenance History
Likely retail or estate inventory; visible commercial tag suggests contemporary secondary market or gallery sale
Art Historical Significance
Represents the mid-to-late 20th-century movement of wearable art, where traditional floral motifs were reinterpreted through abstract, textured metalwork rather than representational gem-setting.
Notable Features
Distinctive 'brutalist' texture within the rose petals; high-set profile; presence of commercial 'New' tag
Condition Issues
None visible; minor natural oxidation may occur over time depending on silver purity
Conservation Recommendations
Store in a dry, tarnish-resistant cloth; polish only with a soft silver cloth to maintain the high-shine contrast against the textured recesses