Hallmarks and history of vintage, contemporary, modernist and. In the l960s, laurel burch was selling her work on the streets of san franciscos haightashbury district. Rainbow cat laurel burch necklace bright enamel colors 5027. Printing on fabric made with eq printables, printed treasures, jacquard printer cotton, and silk. Laurel burch in the l960s, laurel burch was selling her work on the streets of san franciscos haightashbury district. Retrospective, colors of laurel, classic, sterling, and iconic represent the essence of laurel and her art while connecting to the human spirit. Each piece of jewelry is designed pulling some element of laurel burch s iconic art. Get the best deals on laurel burch jewelry and save up to 70% off at poshmark now. Jul 25, 2016 explore sandyl2647s board costume jewelry. Laurel burch jewelry is a display of laurel burch s love of colorful critters, namely cats, dogs and horses, in the laurel burch jewelry classic collection. Sterling jewelry collection our sterling collection is a reflection of laurel s timeless icons and animals seen in her heart. Shortly after opening a company called du jay, inc. Vtg laurel burch silver tone torimon pierced earrings wenamel.
This collection includes six pairs of earrings comprising various flora and fauna in. The laurel burch vintage jewelry collection is a celebration of laurel s early pieces created in the 70s. There are no marks on them but test strong for sterling. The story and pictures i found about her life were quite interesting to me so i decided to share the story with everyone in my blog. This lesson introduces the artist laurel burch to students while teaching them the difference between abstract art and realistic art. We took a close look at the cat illustrations, and noticed the simple shapes, lines and patterns. All weights and measurements are estimated and approximate. Same great quality for laurel burch jewelry by mary d. A pair of gold tone laurel burch enamel earrings and an openwork oval lucite pendant. Laurel burch rare vintage mynah byrd bracelet silver cast piece is signed laurel burch large excellent size and in very good condition see matching necklace in my other auctions she began making jewelry and selling it on the streets of san francisco from tackle boxes. See more ideas about laurel burch, art projects and art lessons. The official website of laurel burch artworks and the artist laurel burch. These earrings, most likely from the late 1970s, are from the start of this designers career and were not mass produced. She began making jewelry and selling it on the streets of san francisco from tackle boxes.
They may have been previously worn and may have wear consistent with vintage jewelry pieces. Laurel s life is an inspiration, and though it was cut short in 2007 from a rare bone disease, her legacy lives on. Laurel burch complementary color cats k 6 artk 6 art. Laurel burch silver collection rainbow cats drop earrings.
My paintings are the most intimate portrayals of all that is precious to me, my greatest joy is to offer them in forms. Colorful laurel burch face masks laurel burch studios. Laurel began making jewelry in the haightashbury district of san francisco in the late 1960s, selling her designs on the streets and in local galleries. All vintage earring posts, wires and pads are cleaned with jewelry cleaner and or isopropyl alcohol. The earrings feature a bamboo motif to center and are marked laurel burch to reverse. Our laurel burch collection is filled with 100% organic catnip. As we find out additional facts and gather additional hallmarks about the designer or manufacturer, we will add them. Unfollow laurel burch vintage jewelry to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. When the couple divorced, anne supported laurel and her sister suzi with her. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Sterling silver cat jewelry including laurel burch free. We do our best to describe materials, probable time periods, any flaws etc. Laurel burch jewelry is a display of laurel burchs love of colorful critters, namely cats, dogs.
Sterling jewelry collection our sterling collection is a reflection of laurels timeless icons and animals seen in her heart. Born laurel anne harte in the san fernando valley, california, on new years eve, 1945, to parents ann and russell harte. Shop laurel burch fashion jewelry at to find beautiful pieces at great prices. Laurel burch jewelry embodies laurel s unique art in a way that captures the romance and delight of the past with the trends of today. When she had recovered, she would then infuse these ideas into her art. Laurel burch was a selftaught jewelry designer and painter. She worked as a cook, house cleaner and babysitter in san francisco during her teenage years. These delicate pieces are sure to bring a smile to your face and the faces of your family and friends. Today this flower child is a nationally famous artist and. Burch went on to launch her business, now called laurel burch artworks, in february 24, 1960.
The laurel burch website has every resource you could want, including a great biography video and fantastic feline slide show. Buy products related to laurel burch earrings and see what customers say about laurel burch earrings on free delivery possible on eligible purchases. I purchased a pair of earrings with the name laurel burch printed on the back. Laurel burch jewelry marks the resonance of her art in a way that captures the romance and delight of the past with the trends of today. An all silver rounded triangle shaped earring design by laurel burch. I picked these up along with 2 pairs of signed laurel burch earrings the other day. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. The laurel burch jewelry collection catches the eye with her use of bold colors taking the shape of her signature designs. Best vintage laurel burch earrings products on wanelo. Born laurel anne harte in the san fernando valley, california, on new years eve, 1945, to parents anne and russell harte. Drop earrings feature 12k goldfilled or sterling silver ear wires or hoops. With two children to care for, she supported herself by making jewelry with occasional help from ann, then sold her designs to several businesses.
Today this flower child is a nationally famous artist and designer who fluently speaks the universal language of art. Another 46 words 3 lines of text covering the years 1615, 1691, 1645, 1660, 1652, 1710 and 1691 are included under the topic early burch history in all our pdf extended history products and printed products wherever possible. Some of these beautiful pieces we have recreated her original jewelry designs while others were new creations but using inspiration from her art. Shop the latest vintage laurel burch earrings products from thejewelseeker on etsy, brightgemstreasures on etsy and more on wanelo, the worlds biggest shopping mall. Laurel burch was a master at creating beautiful works of art. San francisco born in southern california in 1945 and passed. Sol finkelstein as the deja costume jewelry company, new york, ny, usa 1939 1953 this company had an interesting history as far as the name was concerned. Created in sterling silver with laurel burchs fabulous designs, bringing art, happiness and whimsey to your everyday life. Amazing adornments presents the history of american and european costume jewelry designers and manufacturers including american modernist jewelry.
We offer only authentic laurel burch jewelry, apparel, and gift ware. These are heart shaped, goldtone pierced dangle earrings with a pretty cobalt blue enamel. Each unique pair breathes life into the earliest of her fantastic creatures, and deep explorations of other cultures such as egypt and china. Researching costume jewelry history, companies, signatures. This web page shows only a small excerpt of our burch research. Example of laurel burch mummy beaded jewelry the fledgling company first attempted manufacturing directly in san francisco.
Even folks who dont necessarily know burch s name usually recognize her fantastic cats, birds, moons, hearts and other images, which became cultural icons in the 1970s and 1980s. Contents kentucky ancestors genealogical quarterly of the kentucky historical society listed below are the contents of kentucky ancestors from the first issue in 1965 to the current issue in a searchable pdf format. She began making paintings and was commissioned by restaurants, businesses and private collectors. No sizing in prepared for dyeing fabric pdf makes it ideal for fabric printing, ecodyeing, batik, using with idye, fabric dyeing and more. Lots of ideas to get get your students creating a painting, drawing, sculpture, textile art, printmaking, or collage in the style of or be inspired by laurel burch cats. The pendant has a pierced openwork design and is not hallmarked. Laurel burch, who as a 20yearold single mother found metal in junkyards to hammer into jewelry to support her two children, and went on. Whether depicted in brightly harmonious jewel tones or the rich softness of ancient earthen hues, the mystical creatures and fanciful figures created by designer laurel burch are infused with both wisdom and joy. Home about laurel art gallery news contact company info laurel burch artworks all rights reserved worldwide. The laurel burch vintage jewelry collection is a celebration of laurels early pieces created in the 70s.
Laurel burch december 31, 1945 september, 2007 was an american artist, designer and businesswoman. Enjoy life, while dressing up your wardrobe in fabulous sterling jewelry. She also loved being the chief executive of the company named after her and paid. Cat toys made with laurel burch collection cat fabrics, have always been wildly popular at the catnip cafe so we have always kept a full stock. Vintage rare laurel burch signed silver cast bracelet. Laurel burchs most popular book is laurel burch quilts. Laurel burch stacked felines shoulder tote purple multi ebay. There was a time when the highly distinctive laurel burch jewelry, coffee mugs and assorted items were absolutely everywhere. This collection includes six pairs of earrings comprising various flora and fauna in colorful hues. She was extremely successful despite serious illness.
Hallmarks and history of vintage, contemporary, modernist. Their creative energy bursts forth from jewelry, posters, coffee cups, scarves, tote bags, tshirts, sweat shirts, writing journals, note cards, fabric swatches and more. Vintage laurel burch sterling silver cloisonne earrings ebth. Laurel burch mythical horses inspired art lesson create art with me. Other than running across the odd piece here and there, im not very familiar with laurel burch. In an effort to protect our customers and combat the spread of covid19, this design fits close to your face and the nose contour and o. Product title laurel burch tishio cat purple blue cloisonne neck. Jan 22, 2020 laurel burch art projects, lesson plans, videos, worksheets, drawing tutorials, and inspiration for art teachers. This page is a place to celebrate the life, art, and messages of the worldrenowned artist laurel burch.
See more ideas about laurel burch, vintage jewelry and jewelry. Our talented laurel burch quaranteam is working at home to create twolayer reusable cotton masks in your favorite laurel burch prints. Laurel burch jewelry presents the sterling collection of artistic jewelry. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. American artist and designer who began her own business called laurel burch artworks in the late 1960s and created laurel burch inc. So i decided to research her name and find out what i could about laurel burch. See more ideas about laurel burch, costume jewelry and jewelry. Virgin islands, or puerto rico, please click within north america. A collection of vintage laurel burch sterling silver cloisonne enameled earrings. Laurel burch has 16 books on goodreads with 210 ratings. Each piece of jewelry is designed pulling some element of laurel burchs iconic art.
Laurels life is an inspiration, and though it was cut short in 2007 from a rare bone disease, her legacy lives on. Laurel burch mynah bird earrings jewelry, black enamel gold 1980. With purrfect cartoon cats, vivid colors, and eyecatching metallic highlights, laurel burchs fabric line will make your next project unique and dazzling. Retrospective, classic, sterling and iconic collections all represent the essence of laurel s spirit and her enduring art while connecting to the human spirit. Her unique jewelry was featured in vogue magazine in the 1970s after the necklace she was wearing impressed an editor of the magazine. Flowering heart sterling silver laurel burch necklace 4024. Laurel burch with the name of the design underneath it more recent designs laurel burch died 97 at age 60 of a rare bone disease. All the laurel burch jewelry in this catalog has a cloisonne design. Books by laurel burch author of laurel burch quilts.
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