{"product_id":"gemelos-antiguos-de-plata-testada-con-cuatro-mascaras-grotescas-en-relieve-europa-ca-1880-1930","title":"Antique silver cufflinks with grotesque relief masks, Europe, ca. 1900–1930","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique pair of tested silver cufflinks, consisting of four highly expressive grotesque masks, two on each cufflink, joined by rigid double-wire metal bridges with connecting rings. Each face features pronounced eyebrows, a protruding nose, pierced eyes, and an exaggeratedly open mouth framed by curved forms reminiscent of large moustaches. The upper edges display small radial grooves that accentuate the sculptural character of the figures. The masks are crafted in relief, with polished surfaces and darkened backgrounds that intensify the contrast and add depth to their expressions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrotesque masks are part of a long European ornamental tradition, appearing in architecture, decorative arts, and jewelry for centuries. Their exaggerated expressions and caricatured features allowed elements of fantasy, humor, and even a certain theatricality to be introduced into everyday objects. Figural silver cufflinks were especially popular in men’s dress in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when separate shirt cuffs required fasteners. This example stands out for its double-ended construction, which displays a mask on each side of the cuff, and for the expressive power of its four faces. An interesting piece for collectors of antique men’s jewelry, figural accessories, and grotesque motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Ornamental grotesque, figural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDecoration\/Motif: Four grotesque masks with pronounced eyebrows, pierced eyes, protruding noses, large open mouths, and grooved edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePeriod\/Date: ca. 1900–1930\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Europe; country undetermined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTested: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Silver \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMarks\/Hallmarks: None found\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: Each mask measures 1.5 × 1.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 9.50 g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese items are not new; they show signs of wear and may have scratches and imperfections consistent with their age and use. Please examine the photos carefully. We provide an accurate description; if you need to confirm any detail, please write to us before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LABIZARRESUSU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58947855221067,"sku":"LOTE3982","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/0294\/2539\/files\/20261021_182525-Photoroom.jpg?v=1792657245","url":"https:\/\/labizarresusu.com\/en\/products\/gemelos-antiguos-de-plata-testada-con-cuatro-mascaras-grotescas-en-relieve-europa-ca-1880-1930","provider":"LaBizarreSusu ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}