Modernist sterling silver calla lily brooch, handmade by Joseph Masaniello, USA, circa 1950s, signed JM
A beautiful mid-century modernist brooch in solid sterling silver, handmade by New York silversmith Joseph Masaniello. The piece features two elegant calla lily flowers rising from a decorative scrolled base. The fluid lines and botanical form are typical of Masaniello’s distinctive design style.
Masaniello (1908–1979) was an American jeweller of Italian descent, active from the late 1940s through the 1970s. Working in the tradition of the Arts and Crafts movement, he developed his own geometric and modernist aesthetic. Calla lily motifs became a hallmark of his work. He is known for handcrafting unique pieces in sterling silver, often incorporating natural stones such as jade, moonstone, agate, and onyx.
This brooch is signed with his conjoined “JM” maker’s mark and “Sterling.” Pieces by Joseph Masaniello are increasingly rare and highly collectible among modernist jewellery enthusiasts.
Dimensions: 5 × 4.5 × 1 cm
Total weight: 13.07 g
Great vintage condition. No visible damage or repairs. Minor surface wear consistent with age and use.
A beautiful mid-century modernist brooch in solid sterling silver, handmade by New York silversmith Joseph Masaniello. The piece features two elegant calla lily flowers rising from a decorative scrolled base. The fluid lines and botanical form are typical of Masaniello’s distinctive design style.
Masaniello (1908–1979) was an American jeweller of Italian descent, active from the late 1940s through the 1970s. Working in the tradition of the Arts and Crafts movement, he developed his own geometric and modernist aesthetic. Calla lily motifs became a hallmark of his work. He is known for handcrafting unique pieces in sterling silver, often incorporating natural stones such as jade, moonstone, agate, and onyx.
This brooch is signed with his conjoined “JM” maker’s mark and “Sterling.” Pieces by Joseph Masaniello are increasingly rare and highly collectible among modernist jewellery enthusiasts.
Dimensions: 5 × 4.5 × 1 cm
Total weight: 13.07 g
Great vintage condition. No visible damage or repairs. Minor surface wear consistent with age and use.
A beautiful mid-century modernist brooch in solid sterling silver, handmade by New York silversmith Joseph Masaniello. The piece features two elegant calla lily flowers rising from a decorative scrolled base. The fluid lines and botanical form are typical of Masaniello’s distinctive design style.
Masaniello (1908–1979) was an American jeweller of Italian descent, active from the late 1940s through the 1970s. Working in the tradition of the Arts and Crafts movement, he developed his own geometric and modernist aesthetic. Calla lily motifs became a hallmark of his work. He is known for handcrafting unique pieces in sterling silver, often incorporating natural stones such as jade, moonstone, agate, and onyx.
This brooch is signed with his conjoined “JM” maker’s mark and “Sterling.” Pieces by Joseph Masaniello are increasingly rare and highly collectible among modernist jewellery enthusiasts.
Dimensions: 5 × 4.5 × 1 cm
Total weight: 13.07 g
Great vintage condition. No visible damage or repairs. Minor surface wear consistent with age and use.
