Vintage 1940s Elzac of Hollywood Black Bakelite African Queen Brooch Art Deco
$ 79.2
Description
Vintage 1940s Elzac of Hollywood Black Bakelite African Queen Brooch Art Deco. Elzac of Hollywood pieces were often unsigned but are easily identified by their unique mix of materials and stylized "faces.". This is a must-have for collectors of Bakelite, early plastics, or 1940s Hollywood fashion histo. Up for auction is a stunning, authentic 1940s Art Deco "African Queen" figural brooch. This piece is characteristic of the "Victorian-meets-Modern" aesthetic popularized by Elzac of Hollywood during the mid-century era. This is a high-quality vintage piece with a substantial, dense weight—not to be confused with lightweight modern plastic reproductions. It features a beautifully carved black face with a tiered headdress, accented by original inlaid brass studs and a polished metal collar. Product Details Period: Circa 1942–1947 (Early. Mid-Century / Art Deco) Style: Figural / Exoticist / Blackamoor Material: Heavy, dense black carved plastic (likely Bakelite or high-grade Lucite). Note: Has the signature heavy "clack" and smooth, stone-like feel of period Bakelite. Accents: Gold-toned brass studs and a polished metal base collar. Closure: Original long pin back with a functioning safety C-clasp. Dimensions: [Insert Measurements, apx. 2.2" x 1"] Condition Report Excellent Vintage Condition: The face is smooth with no chips, cracks, or deep scratches. Hardware: All brass studs are present and secure. The pin back is straight and the clasp locks firmly. Patina: Minor age-appropriate surface wear to the metal collar, consistent with a piece from the 1940s. (Please see high-resolution photos for details). Collector's Note Elzac of Hollywood pieces were often unsigned but are easily identified by their unique mix of materials and stylized "faces." This is a must-have for collectors of Bakelite, early plastics, or 1940s Hollywood fashion histo
