Elsa Schiaparelli – Crystal Cascade Brooch

Elsa Schiaparelli – Crystal Cascade Brooch

This spectacular vintage Elsa Schiaparelli brooch is a masterpiece of elegance, movement and light. The openwork design consists of gracefully curved lines fanning out like a sparkling fan or a firework burst. The abundance of hand-set crystals creates a dazzling effect that catches the light from every angle.

🕰 Period / Year
Circa 1950s–1960s

🎨 Style

Hollywood Regency · Haute Couture · Baroque · Statement Jewellery

💎 Materials

• Silver-tone metal base
• Hand-set clear crystals
• Openwork filigree structure

✨ Design

• Large fan-shaped design
• Gracefully worked curl and scroll motifs
• Set with dozens of sparkling crystals
• Dynamic composition with great depth and movement
• Exceptionally refined openwork construction

📐 Dimensions

• Large couture size
• Striking statement scale

🔒 Clasp

• Brooch clasp on the back

🌟 Design & Background

Elsa Schiaparelli was famed for her artistic approach to fashion and accessories. Her jewellery was often as spectacular as her couture collections and was worn by film stars, aristocrats and fashion icons. This brooch perfectly reflects her love of drama, fantasy and refined craftsmanship.

The graceful lines evoke a blossoming flower, a firework burst or an elegant peacock's tail, while the crystals provide the luxurious sparkle so typical of Schiaparelli's most beloved designs.