A premiere specimen of 1970s "Art to Wear," this Cadoro necklace is a foundational piece from a private archival collection. Founded in Manhattan in 1954 by Steven Brody and Daniel Stoenescu, Cadoro (derived from the Venetian Ca' d'Oro or "House of Gold") specialized in bold, sculptural designs that blurred the line between costume jewelry and fine art.
The Egyptian Revival series is among the house’s most sought-after work, characterized by high-density castings and a sophisticated "hand-wrought" aesthetic. Authentic Cadoro pieces like this one were featured in the high-end galleries of Saks Fifth Avenue and are now held in the permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Product Details
Brand: CADORO
Era: circa 1970s
Origin: Private Collection
Materials: High-density gold-tone alloy with an archival satin patina
Technical Detail: This specimen is accented with meticulously placed, thin white thermoset (or Lucite) discs. These elements are designed with a "controlled heishi" silhouette, providing a sharp, architectural contrast to the deep, satin gold-tone casting typical of the house’s 1970s Egyptian Revival line.
Hallmarks: Signed CADORO on the hang tag
Condition: Excellent archival condition; finish remains factory-bright with no significant plating loss
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