Dog brooch with wobbly head

Description

A brooch, in the form of a Scottish terrier dog, made in two parts, with a pivoting spindle to join the head to the body. Circa 1930s. Made from cellulose acetate the brooch has a flat back and moulded front. It is hand finished with a base colour of brown with the eyes, nose and tongue highlighted in black and white, and red respectively.
Designers & Manufacturers
Designer (Person)
Manufacturer

Object number

AIBDC : 009397

Date

1930 - 1939 (circa)

Country

Material

plastic
CA body and head
cellulose acetate
metal pin and washer around spindle
Dimensions
Width
105mm
Height
68mm
Depth
13mm

Colour