An asymmetrical pair of multicolored 'Tutti Frutti' earrings in the shape of curving swags, similar to a pair of boots turned outward and comprised of carved emeralds, sapphires, and rubies. Scrolling diamond volutes punctuate each end, while geometric gems and cabochons are irregularly assembled on both pieces. Both earrings feature a round emerald with a diamond in the center, placed near the top. The earring on the viewer's left feature additional gemstones and in particular, the blue sapphire and pinkish red ruby. The latter appears in a somewhat floral shape along the bottom left side of the piece. The earring on the right features additional diamonds cut in an irregular, diagonal aspect as well as a small and especially dark sapphire near the bottom corner. At the bottom of each swag are four rectangular diamonds placed side by side along a slight curve.

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Object Timeline

	We acquired this object.
1925	Work on this object began.
1935	Work on this object ended.
2016	We photographed this object.
2017	We exhibited this object.
2024	You found it!

Object ID #907130407

This is a Pair of clips.

This object is not part of the Cooper Hewitt's permanent collection. It was able to spend time at the museum on loan from Anonymous as part of The Jazz Age: American Style in the 1920s.

It is dated ca. 1930. Its medium is carved emeralds, sapphires, rubies, and diamonds.

Multicolored, or “Tutti Frutti,” jewelry was in evidence at the Paris 1925 exposition where its Indian-style carved gemstones earned acclaim. The appeal of Tutti Frutti continued into the 1930s, as seen in a pair of Cartier clips.

It is credited Private Collection.