Vintage Art Deco Style Flapper Girl Porcelain Face Brooch with Veiling
Unbranded (likely a boutique or craft house such as Lillie Rubin flair or similar 1980s revival brands) · Jewelry & Watches > Vintage & Antique Jewelry > Brooches & Pins
Era / Decade
Late 1970s to Early 1980s (revival era). Design is Art Deco style, but the materials like the specific nylon mesh veiling and ceramic glazing indicate a late 20th-century production.
Material
Hand-painted glazed porcelain/ceramic face, antiqued gold-tone base metal frame, fabric lace flowers with gold metallic thread, and nylon black/gold mesh veiling.
Condition
Very Good. The porcelain shows no visible cracks or crazing. The fabric flowers appear slightly flattened from storage but are intact. The mesh veiling has some minor fraying at the ends consistent with age.
Demand Level
Moderate to Niche. Highly sought after by 'Dark Academia', 'Gothic', or vintage revival fashion enthusiasts. Demand peaks during fall/winter and around Halloween for costume stylings.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$25.00 - $45.00 (Low: $18, Mid: $32, High: $55 for a dedicated collector)
Estimated Retail Value
$45.00 - $65.00 (original boutique pricing adjusted for inflation)
Comparable Sales
Similar unbranded porcelain face brooches from the 1980s generally sell for $22-$38 on eBay. Pieces with extra embellishments like the long veil can fetch closer to $50 if marketed as 'Victorian Gothic' or 'Statement Jewelry'.
Description
Stunning vintage Art Deco revival brooch featuring a ceramic porcelain flapper girl in profile. She is adorned with beautiful champagne lace flowers and a long, dramatic black and gold metallic mesh veil. The face is delicately hand-painted with green eyeshadow and coral lips, set against an ornate antiqued gold-tone filigree frame. This statement piece measures approximately 4-5 inches in length including the veil.
Key Features
Art Deco aesthetic, hand-painted details, mixed media (ceramic and textile), dramatic long veil, nostalgic flapper aesthetic popular with vintage enthusiasts.
Authenticity Indicators
Unmarked; the style of the pin-back and the glue-based assembly of the fabric to the ceramic are hallmark techniques of the 1980s Art Deco revival. High confidence in era.
Flaws to Note
Minor fraying and irregular edges on the mesh veil (common with this material); slight dust accumulation in the crevices of the fabric flowers. Frame has age-appropriate patina.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Etsy (best for vintage aesthetics), eBay (good for collectors), or Depop (strong market for unique, 'alt' or retro accessories).
Selling Tips
Use keywords like 'Art Deco Revival', 'Flapper Girl', 'Great Gatsby', and 'Boudouir Style'. Photograph against a dark velvet background to make the gold and porcelain pop. Explicitly state the fragility of the item and ship in a sturdy box, not a poly mailer, to avoid crushing the fabric flowers or veil.