Watercolour stone statement brooch, designer modern art silver 6cm

Watercolour stone statement brooch, a wearable sculpture in silver

This watercolour stone statement brooch belongs to the family of designer brooches that double as a piece of contemporary art. The large oval centre stone behaves like a hand brushed watercolour: violet, lavender, olive green, peach and crimson melt into each other along the surface, with no two pieces ever identical. Three faceted crystals are set on the front in a deliberately off centre composition, a small ruby red oval at the top, a bigger deep blue sapphire round just below, and a tiny emerald green accent on the right edge. Two fluid silver wires curl around the stone like a kinetic Calder line, finishing the piece with a sculptural silhouette. Mode Tendance picked it for British wardrobes that treat a brooch like a small wall hanging on a coat lapel, a black evening dress or a wide tweed shoulder.

• Oval watercolour stone: violet, lavender, olive, peach and crimson tones blended like brushwork
• Three faceted crystals: ruby red oval, deep blue sapphire round, tiny emerald green accent
• Fluid silver wire: two organic loops curl around the stone in asymmetric balance
• Every stone has a unique marbling pattern, no two brooches are the same
• Approximately 6cm wide, statement size for a coat lapel or evening dress shoulder

A modern art brooch with a discreet dual magnet fastening

The practical side of this magnetic brooches design is its hidden double magnet system. A circular polished disc sits behind the fabric and clips to a magnet on the back of the stone, so the brooch can sit on a fine wool coat, a silk evening blouse or a soft leather lapel without any of the pinholes that a traditional pin always leaves. Vintage scarves, cashmere wraps and even a wide brim felt hat can carry it without long term damage.

Styling a designer statement brooch in a British wardrobe

The painterly multi colour stone pairs especially well with one tone outfits, the kind that act as a canvas for one focal jewel: a black turtleneck and tailored trousers, an aubergine velvet jacket, a charcoal grey wool coat or a navy silk dress. On a long thin lapel place it slightly off centre so the asymmetric silver wires read as a deliberate gesture. It also makes a striking gallery opening accessory pinned to a denim shirt collar or a structured leather tote.

Materials and care for the watercolour finish

Technical specifications

Wipe with a soft dry cloth, avoid perfume sprays and rich creams and store flat with the magnet disc clipped to the back of the brooch to protect the painted finish. Avoid wearing close to credit cards or mechanical watches.

Free UK delivery from GBP 50, shipped within 24 hours.