The Iconic Mid-century Modern Jewelry of Art Smith
Art Smith “Six Sides”cuff bracelet, brass, pleated design, signed Art Smith, c.1950, circumference 5 1/2 in., $3,825.
Art Smith (1917–1982) jewelry is considered the most desirable of the mid-century modern jewelers. His work reflected the bold New York City culture of the 1940s to 1970s. His jewelry was oversized yet lightweight and extremely comfortable to wear. A recent Bonham’s auction in Los Angeles included 26 of Smith’s pieces, including some of his […]