Vtg 1990s JOHN WIND 42” MAXIMAL ART Charm Necklace - 13 Charms

Description: This 42” long necklace is from the famous JOHN WIND MAXIMAL ART COLLECTION. It is HIGHLY collectible. It is composed of several types of chain, art glass beads, faux pearls, and Victorian inspired metal charms. This necklace carries the iconic JOHN WIND charm logo. See more of John Wind’s jewelry at johnwind.com. Please read the full description below. In 1985 John Wind moved back to Philadelphia and joined forces with his close friend Hilary Jay to create a company they called Maximal Art. Their look hit the fashion world by storm, received tons of press, and was carried by the best stores in the world. One design in particular put them on the map-- four vintage watch heads linked into a bracelet that was the ultimate conversation piece! Signature found-object collage brooches, belts, etc. came to define the era in a look that was a precursor to Steampunk. His work was featured on the cover of Vogue magazine. His Maximal Art Collection was a new look, but using some iconic materials and themes-- vintage and modern chains and charms, and evocative stories from John's travels-- from Portobello Road, London to Worth Avenue, Palm Beach. The collection was very successful, and eventually served as the inspiration for a refreshed Maximal Art gift line as well. Victorian inspiration was replaced with Mid-Century Modern, sweet 'Mother' pins gave way to retro-chic 'Sorority Gal' initial bracelets. And with its unique mix of fashion and gift, the company became a key secret source for companies like Anthropologie, designing and producing extensive private label collections for many years. When the company turned 30 in 2015, Wind had the honor of being accepted into the permanent collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, featuring jewelry John designed through 30 incredible years. (John and Hilary's early designs are also in the permanent collections of the Victoria & Albert Museum, London and the Musée des Arts Decoratifs, Paris).

Price: 79.95 USD

Location: Sturgis, Kentucky

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