Jay Strongwater (Born 1960) American, Bronze and Enamel Picture Frame/Brooch for Neiman Marcus. The miniature decorative piece has ornate gilt bronze filigree over other metal paired with a rich burgundy enamel border and openwork. Four Swarovski crystals are set at the top, bottom, and side corners. It has a stand in the back for use as a frame, and a hinged clip with the designer's name on it if used as a brooch, a truly unique concept. A temporary paper inserted in the center reads "Neiman Marcus" and the piece comes in its original box. 

Condition: Some loss to gilt. 

Frame Size: 2 x 2 in. 

Jay Strongwater was born in 1960 and grew up in New England, attending the Rhode Island School Design where his career was launched before he even graduated in 1981. His unique bejeweled objets d’art landed him representation at many of New York City’s largest department stores in the early 1980s, and at the age of 23 he met designer Oscar de la Renta, with whom he began collaborating on runway shows. In 1995 he shifted to home accessories, making jewel encrusted picture frames at first, and in 1998 his Jewels For The Home business supplanted his love of fashion. Today over one hundred highly trained artisans continually craft new pieces at his workshops in New York and Rhode Island, with an extensive and unique line of furniture, lighting, and decor.

Some loss to gilt. 

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