Frank Rebajes Attributed 1950's Modernist Copper Maple Leaf Shadowbox Necklace Clip-on Earrings Demi-Parure Set





Frank Rebajes Attributed 1950's Modernist Copper Maple Leaf Shadowbox Necklace Clip-on Earrings Demi-Parure Set
Materials and Features:
Artisan Shadowbox Architecture: A bold, high-relief "Shadowbox" pendant featuring two detailed maple leaves set against a recessed, darkened copper ground. This intricate technique defines the mid-century New York studio craftsmanship of Frank Rebajes.
Sculptural Botanical Motifs: The matching earrings and pendant showcase deep-etched veining and stylized silhouettes. This nature-inspired aesthetic was a core signature of the elite Greenwich Village artisan circle during the 1950's.
Heavy-Gauge Copper Metallurgy: Crafted with a substantial total weight of 42g and hand-finished edges, offering the high-density "heft" expected of upscale boutique copper lines.
Mechanical Studio Integrity: The pendant is suspended from a heavy-weight curb chain designed for a flat, tailored sit against the collarbone.
Type: Necklace features a professional-grade fold-over clasp; Earrings are Clip-on type with original solid-metal high-tension paddles
Age/Origin: 1950's / USA (New York)
Marks: Unmarked (Attributed to Frank Rebajes based on documented construction, motif, and Material DNA)
Measurements:
Weight: 42g (Total Set Weight)
Dimensions: Pendant approx. 2.25” diameter; Earrings approx. 1”; Chain approx. 18”
Condition: Excellent Archival Condition. The copper retains a warm, authentic patina with deep "shadow" contrast in the recessed areas. All mechanical findings are tight and original.
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY & ARCHIVAL RECORD IN PDF FORMAT IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST