Vintage Henkel Grossé Gold Leaf Brooch, Textured Feather Pin, Mid Century Dior Era

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✦Collector’s Vintage Henkel & Grossé Germany Gold Plated Mid-Century Leaf Brooch Dior Era ✦

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Step into jewellery history with this magnificent mid-century statement brooch crafted by the legendary German atelier Henkel & Grossé. Renowned worldwide for their unmatched quality, innovative design, and flawless execution.

Henkel & Grossé pieces represent the pinnacle of fine vintage European costume jewelry.This piece dates to the 1960s Golden Era—a landmark period during which Henkel & Grossé held the exclusive manufacturing partnership with the iconic French fashion house, Christian Dior.

Crafted in the historic goldsmith town of Pforzheim, Germany, this exquisite piece radiates the meticulous attention to detail and heavyweight feel that defined their runway-quality production.

The brooch features a highly dimensional, layered feather or leaf silhouette composed of gracefully overlapping ribbons. The design beautifully contrasts a sleek, mirror-polished stem base with heavily textured, brushed, and diamond-cut gold plating that captures and reflects light brilliantly from every angle.

It is an investment-worthy treasure for any discerning collector of Dior-era estate jewellery

.✦ ITEM DETAILS ✦

Brand/Maker: Henkel & Grossé (Signed Grossé)

Country of Origin: Pforzheim, Germany

Era: Mid-Century Vintage (Circa 1960s)

Material: Heavy, luxurious gold-plated metal alloy.

Finish: Alternating textured satin brushed finishes and bright polished accents.

Clasp: Traditional secure pin stem with rolling safety catch.

Condition: Exceptional vintage condition with no major gold loss.

The pin mechanics function smoothly and securely.

.✦ SIZE & MEASURMENTS ✦.

Dimensions:

Length - 5cm.
Width - 3cm.
Depth - 1cm.

✦ THE HISTORICAL IMPORTANCE OF GROSSÉ ✦

Founded in 1907, Henkel & Grossé quickly gained international acclaim for creating some of the finest costume jewelry in the world, worn by style icons like Marlene Dietrich and Greta Garbo. In 1955, Christian Dior recognized their superior artistry and granted them the exclusive license to design, manufacture, and distribute luxury jewellery for the Dior label—a highly coveted partnership that lasted for over 50 years. Pieces from this specific decade are highly sought after by jewellery historians and style enthusiasts globally.

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