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Brooch

Maria Regnier (American (born in Hungary), 1901–1994)
about 1934
Object Place: St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Medium/Technique Silver; copper, brass, carnelian
Dimensions Overall: 2.5 x 5.1 cm (1 x 2 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Gerald W. Mefford
Accession Number1995.139
CollectionsJewelry, Americas
ClassificationsJewelry / AdornmentBrooches

DescriptionOval Brooch bearing an oval carnelian stone at center. Stylized floral decoration in copper and silver on a brass body. The first piece of jewelry made by the artist.
ProvenanceThe artist; 1993, to Ruth J. Mefford (Mrs Gerald W. Mefford); June 21, 1995, gift of Mrs. Mefford to MFA .