{"product_id":"60s-german-brutalism-designer-bangle","title":"- 1960s German Brutalist designer bangle","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA drool-worthy, cool silver bangle from Germany, circa the 1950s-60s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFeaturing silver that retains its raw, exposed, and rugged texture,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ewith a sculptural, structural form and a bold, substantial design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt is a marvelous piece of jewelry that truly embodies the spirit of Brutalism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJewelry styles like Brutalism and Modernism are exploding in popularity worldwide, and honestly, I am hesitant to use those terms loosely as they have recently become rampant as mere marketing slogans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHowever, this bracelet genuinely reflects the architectural philosophy of post-war Brutalism—derived from Modernism—within the realm of jewelry, while feeling like a piece born from an interpretation unique to Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhile there are many artists in the Scandinavian region who have translated Brutalism into jewelry, I feel that not many prominent jewelry designers from Germany are known for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePersonally, although many German designs are influenced by that movement, I was completely unaware of designer items like this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt is a special, one-of-a-kind piece that could only be created in that era, weaving together cultural backgrounds such as the thriving jewelry industry in the Pforzheim region, post-war design trends, and an aesthetic that transcends disciplinary boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIncidentally, I purchased this from a jeweler who always introduces me to rugged German silver; according to them, this is the work of \"Oly,\" a brand famous in the German vintage jewelry scene that was active from the 50s to the 70s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThey are known for jewelry designs heavily influenced by Modernism and Brutalism, primarily using silver, and are said to be beloved by collectors and jewelry enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHowever, as information is scarce and I cannot be certain, I am just mentioning it here briefly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGiven that their production was not mass-market and most pieces were one-of-a-kind, the sense of uniqueness emanating from this bracelet suggests it might indeed be authentic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eI apologize that I cannot guarantee it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRegardless of whether it is OLY or not, there is no doubt that this is a valuable piece of jewelry born in Germany during the turbulent post-war era of the 50s and 60s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs always, this has turned into a long post, but I am very happy to introduce this new style of German jewelry that I have never handled before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe length is on the shorter side, providing a comfortable, secure fit on the wrist for women; it is also recommended for men with slimmer wrists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e送料・税込みの料金です \/ World Shipping And Tax Including Price\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ematerial - Material: Silver 925\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003esize - Size: Circumference 19cm\u003cbr\u003emodel wrist - Model wrist: 14cm \/ 16cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eweight - Weight: 77.9g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003econdition - \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCondition: No issues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOTO.CZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49748222411095,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/3097\/3881\/files\/IMG_1661_72ed5a76-fd8d-433d-b8e7-5b71c9c0a187.jpg?v=1761123104","url":"https:\/\/totocz.com\/en\/products\/60s-german-brutalism-designer-bangle","provider":"TOTO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}