Vintage Anticlastic Gold Hoops, Gerhard Herbst Studio Earrings 2-Pieces

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Rare find. These vintage Gerhard Herbst anticlastic hoops have been in storage since their initial production in the early 1990s. … Read more Rare find. These vintage Gerhard Herbst anticlastic hoops have been in storage since their initial production in the early 1990s. Measuring 2’’ in length and 1 1/4” in width this piece is hand forged from a single piece of sterling material which is then gold plated. Utilizing the unique properties of the Anticlastic form these pieces are specially designed to twist open to accommodate fitting . This mechanism is an inherent part of the design and will not damage the piece in anyway.

Condition: Archive vintage/Excellent
Estimated total production: 43 pieces
Marks: Sterling/ Signed by Artist
Weight: Nine grams

Modernist designer, Gerhard Herbst translates sculptural form into the jewelry medium. Popularly known for his spatial shapes and fluid manipulations of metal, Herbst began producing his unique style of jewelry in 1975. Herbst then continued to study both sculpture and jewelry design at San Diego State University, and upon graduating he established his jewelry studio in Ocean Beach California. Adopting a wholesale manufacturing business model, Herbst would reproduce designs which he would then sell to leading Museum shops and galleries throughout the United States. Although no edition numbers were set, total production was limited as each piece was individually and personally handcrafted by Gerhard Herbst. See less