Ugo Correani Versace Italian Runway Holt Renfrew 1980's Natura Vive Collection Deep Purple Iridia Resin Scalloped Nautilus Shell Oversized Brooch





Ugo Correani Versace Italian Runway Holt Renfrew 1980's Natura Vive Collection Deep Purple Iridia Resin Scalloped Nautilus Shell Oversized Brooch
Materials and Features:
Milanese Iridia Resin DNA: Crafted from high-density, deep purple Iridia Resin—a specialized Italian thermoset infused with iridescent mineral particulates. Unlike surface-coated plastics, this material features internalized pearlescence that provides a permanent, multidimensional luster.
Subtractive Scalloped Nautilus Carving: A sophisticated artisanal design from the celebrated Natura Vive collection, featuring deep radial grooves carved into a substantial 7mm block. This subtractive process mimics the organic growth patterns of marine life through high-precision, hand-polished ribbing.
Couture Runway Engineering: Produced as part of the definitive Ugo Correani for Versace collaboration era, this piece features a substantial lozenge-mounted hardware assembly. The 29.9g mass ensures a significant drape and presence, characteristic of 1980's high-fashion runway accessories.
Type: Reinforced lozenge-mounted bar assembly featuring a traditional safety rollover catch.
Age/Origin: c. 1982 - 1985 / Milan, Italy.
Marks: Holt Renfrew Made in Italy (Foil archival sticker).
Designer Attribution: This piece is a documented collaboration between Ugo Correani and Gianni Versace. It is attributed based on the proprietary Iridia Resin composition, the 7mm subtractive carving logic, and verified Natura Vive series runway silhouettes from the early 1980's.
Measurements:
Weight: 29.9g (Significant Studio Mass)
Thickness: 7mm
Dimensions: Approx. 2.75” L x 3” W
Condition: Excellent like-new condition. The carved resin remains glass-smooth with no clouding. Hardware is original, secure, and fully functional.
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY & ARCHIVAL RECORD IN PDF FORMAT IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST