PUIG DORIA 1970 Sculptural Reversible Bangle Bracelet In 18Kt Gold With Gems
Sculptural bracelet designed by Jose Maria Puig Doria.
A sculptural reversible bracelet created in Barcelona, Spain, by the jewelry designer and goldsmith José María Puig Doria, circa 1968–1970. This rare and visually striking piece was conceived within the aesthetic framework of Spanish Modernism and masterfully handcrafted in solid 18-karat yellow gold with a high-polish finish. The bracelet exemplifies Puig Doria’s distinctive approach to sculptural jewelry, combining bold form with functional versatility. Designed as a reversible jewel, the bracelet is set with two contrasting gemstones: a vivid green chrysoprase and a richly toned tiger’s eye quartz, allowing for dual presentation. The removable upper element serves as both a decorative focal point and a functional closure, operating as a tension-lock mechanism secured by two discreet opposing hooks. This ingenious construction reflects the designer’s emphasis on both form and engineering. A rare example of mid-20th-century Spanish studio jewelry, this bracelet embodies the sculptural and avant-garde spirit of the period while maintaining exceptional wearability and craftsmanship.
Country: Barcelona, Spain.
Period: Modernism, 1970.
Style: Ultra-Modern.
Tiger eye: Mounted in a bezel setting, with 1 oval cabochon cut (24 x 18 x 10 mm) carved from natural tiger-eye quartz, with a weight of about 31.20 carats. (The weight of the tiger eye was calculated by formula).
Chrysoprase: Mounted in a bezel setting, with 1 oval cabochon cut (24 x 18 x 10 mm) carved from natural vivid green translucent chrysoprase, with a weight of about 30.44 carats. (The weight of the chrysoprase was calculated by formula).
Weight: 41.95 Grams, (26.90 Dwt.).
Size: Fit very comfortable a wrist of 7-7.25 Inches, (18.5 Cm.).
Measures: The width is 21 mm and 22 mm (0.51 x 0.87 Inches) and rise 18 mm over the wrist.
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay and warranty of the 18kt yellow gold and signed as follows, "PUIG DORIA .750".
Jose Maria Puig Doria
He was born in Barcelona, Spain in 1926. He was one of the most important silversmiths of the post war period in Spain. He started his business in the 1948 at the Provenza street and was mostly active in Barcelona after the war during the mid-century and the beginning of the 1970's. He creates an amazing collection of objects, silver and gold jewelry. Today the brand name is symbol of high quality of Spanish sterling jewelry. He received the Cross of Sant Jordi Award from Jordi Pujol in 2002.
Literature: D. Malcolm Lakin, The Jewellery of José Maria Puig Doria, 1992. For similar examples illustrated.
Collateral: This Puig Doria bracelet is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this Puig Doria bracelet is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver or the gold. The 2 gemstones are secured in the settings. This bracelet was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition & authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: B041626RNNT/1.008
