• Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic US Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
  • Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
  • Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
  • Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
  • Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
  • Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
  • Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
  • Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
  • Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
  • Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
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Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s

$525.00
$525.00
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Iconic US Designer Henry Steig Rare Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Circa 1950s


Measurements: 2.6"W x 2"D (6.60cm x 5.08cm) Face: 1.25"W (3.18cm)

Inner Circumference: 5.5"R + 1.5" Gap (13.97 + 3.81cm)

Total Inner Circumference: 7"R (17.78cm)

Marks: Steig Sterling

Weight: 34g

Superb example of Henry Steig's superior craftsmanship! Cuff is hefty and features an abstract modernist design with raised crossbars in a oval shape and and the center of the face has been oxidized for depth and dimension. Bracelet has been professionally polished and is in excellent condition. Any weird spots or lines are just reflections. The face is quite glossy and reflective.  

Steig was born in 1906 in New York City and grew up in the Bronx. He studied at CCNY and the National Academy of Design. After stints as a musician, cartoonist, writer, and photography, he decided in the late 40s to make jewelry. He took a few evening classes but was mostly self-taught, and within a year was selling jewelry from his West 9th Street apartment. In 1950 he opened a New York City shop in Greenwich Village, where there was several talented craftsmen who already had established shops. Among them were Sam Kramer, Frank Miraglia, Frank Rebajes, George Salo, Paul Voltaire, Ed Weiner, Bill Tendler, Art Smith and Paul Lobel. Basically the whos who of the American modernist movement. 

In 1953 he moved his NYC shop to 52nd and Lexington. In 1954 the iconic scene of Marilyn Monroe's white dress blowing up in the movie Seven Year Itch was shot right in front of his store. See the last photo. Steig closed the New York store in 1963 and moved to Provincetown with his wife Mimi. In 1972 he sold his designs and the shop to a Chicago jeweler, Jan Dee, and died a year later. He worked mostly with silver in his early years, but focused on gold later in his life. Many people in the arts came to Henry Steig’s shops. His son, Michael remembers that Ella Fitzgerald and Elizabeth Taylor were among the celebrities who purchased Steig jewelry. He also remembers seeing Edward G. Robinson in the Provincetown shop.  


Returns policy

We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return. 
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags (if applicable) and in its original packaging. 
To start a return, you can contact us at: customerservice@trendymodernhome.com

If your return request is accepted, we will email you with the return address and any additional information needed. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. 

You can always contact us for any return questions at: customerservice@trendymodernhome.com

Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exceptions / non-returnable items
Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on gift cards.

European Union 14 day cooling off period
Notwithstanding the above, if the merchandise is being shipped into the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 14 days, for any reason and without a justification. As above, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

Refunds
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If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at: customerservice@trendymodernhome.com

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Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic US Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s
Henry Steig Jewelry Iconic Designer Henry Steig Sterling Abstract Modernist Studio Cuff Rare 1950s