Modernist Rafael Alfandary Style 1970's Brutalist Brass & Jeweled Glass Bracelet Bangle







Modernist Rafael Alfandary Style 1970's Brutalist Brass & Jeweled Glass Bracelet Bangle
Materials and Features:
Brutalist Studio Architecture: A substantial, convex-domed brass band featuring high-relief construction and professional ribbed edge reinforcement. This hardware defense prevents structural warping and provides the bold, geometric silhouette central to 1970's Canadian Modernism.
Artisan Jeweled Cabochons: Four hand-set, high-dome glass cabochons in a vivid "Modernist Palette" including Ruby, Emerald, Cobalt, and Cerulean blue. These pieces mimic the iconic kiln-fired glass techniques of the Toronto workshop era, offering high-contrast saturation against the brass frame.
Heavy-Gauge Metallurgy Density: Boasting a professional 46g weight, this bracelet offers the "heft" and mechanical integrity of a high-end collector's item. This density far surpasses the lightweight 15g stamped brass commonly found in the market "flood."
Premium Modernist Sizing: Engineered with a 2.625" inner diameter, this piece provides a technical hook for collectors, as most 1970's vintage bangles are restricted to a smaller 2.25" opening.
High-Value Aesthetic Alternative: Delivering the "Rafael Alfandary Look" and studio quality at a strategic value point. This piece serves as a defensible alternative to signed archival units which frequently exceed the $200.00 mark.
Age/Origin: 1970's
Marks: None (Artisan Studio Production)
Measurements:
Weight: 46g (Confirmed "Substantial" metallurgical density)
Dimensions: Inner diameter 2.625"; 9" outer circumference; 1.125" wide.
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition. The solid brass shows beautiful, era-appropriate oxidation and a deep honey-gold patina that verifies its 1970's heritage; all glass cabochons are secure and free of chips.