This is a gold tone brooch inspired by the Akan or Ashanti Akua’ba fertility dolls. from Ghana Africa. It was made by Alva Studios which produced replicas of ancient. Minor gold gilt loss due to age and use.
Alfred Wolkenberg was born in Vienna in 1911 and immigrated to the US in 1939. In 1948 he founded Alva Studios of Long Island City, NY. He had many artists and designers who were commissioned to produce reproductions of priceless ancient jewelry and sculpture.
Not real/genuine gold! Actual colors may vary. This is due to the fact that every display has a different capability to display colors and everyone sees these colors differently.
For your consideration is a replica pendant necklace produced by Alva Museum Replicas. The original piece was designed by William Kerr in the late 1800s. This necklace is in very good condition showing only slight scratches on silver finish.
Alva Studios, operated by Alfred Wolkenberg. Alfred was born in Vienna in 1911 and immigrated to the US in 1939. In 1948 he founded Alva Studios of Long Island City, NY. He had many artists and designers who were commissioned to produce reproductions of priceless ancient jewelry and sculpture.
Alva Museum Replicas Vtg Matte Gold Tone Pre Columbian Frog Toad Brooch Pin. Gently pre-owned in very good condition. Lot C7
This pendant is a great addition to any necklace collection and is sure to turn heads.