Description

Vintage Fur Clip: Countess Cissy Zoltowska Signed CIS

Discover the allure of vintage couture with this magnificent fur clip by Countess Cissy Zoltowska, signed CIS, dating back to the 1950s. This striking piece features an exquisite combination of crystal stones in varying shades of light and dark blue, complemented by pearls, all set in an antiqued silver-tone metal. Adorned with the rare CIS mark crowned with a regal motif, this piece is a testament to the exceptional artistry of its creator.

Measurements:
Diameter: 2 3/8″ (6 cm)

Condition:
In very good vintage condition, with slight signs of wear on the pearls.

Countess Cissy Zoltowska – a name synonymous with elegance and refinement – was an exceptional artist renowned for her captivating jewelry designs. Born Maria Assunta Frankel-Fonseca in Vienna to Austro-Hungarian nobility, she married Polish Count Zoltowski and went on to create stunning pieces for prestigious fashion houses like Pierre Balmain, Jacques Fath, Helena Rubenstein, and Balenciaga, as well as luxury retailers like Lord & Taylor and Bergdorf Goodman. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, she crafted 300 models annually for the French, German, and American markets, leaving an indelible mark on the world of haute couture.
Very few of his creations are signed and are very rare.
She died in 2004 and her pieces are highly sought after and collected.