Tessera | Mid-Century Articulated Brass Modular Bracelet (c. 1950s–60s)

Built from repetition. Ornament doesn’t always arrive as flowers, scrolls, or engraving. Sometimes it emerges from repetition. Tessera wraps the wrist in hundreds of precisely articulated brass elements, creating a surface that shifts with every movement until the distinction between jewelry, architecture, and textile begins to disappear. Mid-century designers became increasingly interested in what could happen when a single form was repeated again and again. Rather than relying on applied decoration, they allowed rhythm, proportion, and movement to create visual richness. Tessera embraces that philosophy with remarkable confidence, demonstrating how repetition becomes texture, and texture becomes ornament. Details • Era: Vintage Mid-Century • Metal: Brass • Hallmarks: None • Size: 8¾ inches • Closure: Spring ring clasp • Style: Modular bracelet / articulated bracelet / architectural bracelet / modernist bracelet • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a rich, warm brass patina developed over time. The articulated construction moves smoothly and comfortably around the wrist. Light surface wear consistent with age and use. • Styling Notes: Tessera has the presence of a cuff with the flexibility of a chain bracelet. Wear it alone where its sculptural texture can take center stage, or pair it with tailored silhouettes and clean lines that echo its architectural rhythm. Please Note: Jewelry box, chains, styling props, and any additional items shown in photos are for display purposes only unless specifically listed as included. Your piece will arrive carefully packaged in RetroStarr presentation wrapping, ready for gifting, collecting, or immediate wear. Curated by Dana Sednek, GIA trained jewelry professional and founder of RetroStarr.