Sterling Silver Peruvian Bird-Shaped Pin in the Manner of Graciella Laffi fox head where many memorable things happened

where many memorable things happened

a lot to fewer men

super soft horsehair bristles

dates I believe to the late 1800s

white on the sides

Sterling Silver Peruvian Bird-Shaped Pin in the Manner of Graciella Laffi fox head where many memorable things happenedSuch a lovely little pin! This handmade piece is stamped "Peru", "925" (silver), and "OV" on the back. I am not certain if OV signifies the initials of the artist or something else, but this piece closely resembles the work of Graciella Laffi from the 1950s 60s, combining Pre Columbian inspiration with a modernist sensibility. I applied silver polish to the front of this pin and it shines brightly! Overall good vintage condition, with very light