modernist stylized wheat stalk brooch made of polished metal.

1959-1960s Brooches in the shape of natural elements like wheat stalks have been popular throughout various periods in jewelry design, symbolizing abundance, fertility, and harvest. The modernist interpretation seen here, with its stylized and abstract form, became particularly prevalent in the mid-20th century. This era saw a rise in designers who moved away from ornate, traditional styles towards cleaner lines and geometric shapes, often using less precious metals but focusing on innovative design and craftsmanship. This particular brooch's design aligns with the aesthetic of the 1950s and 1960s, a time when costume jewelry gained significant popularity and designers experimented with new materials and forms. Such pieces were often created by skilled artisans or smaller design houses, and while not always marked, they are appreciated for their artistic merit and representation of contemporary design trends. The polished metal finish and the segmented depiction of the wheat head are characteristic of the period's approach to nature-inspired motifs.

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• Listed May 16, 2026