Catalog: New Century (120)

Genuine pearls and jade proudly support this tortoise. Patrice, contemporary American designer offers this limited edition piece. It is the finest there is in materials, design and detail. Truly of heirloom quality. The two strands of pearls measure 17" end to end.

And elegant and fun piece by Maya! Great for dress up, or even with jeans. This resin purse with antiqued metal frame also has green garnets and smoky quartz chips on its dangles and also on its detachable strap ( wear it as a necklace or a belt). Purse length is 7", width 5", depth 1 1/2", strap is 46" end to end.

Bright and sassy is the look of this resin purse by Maya. The alligator design and the white leather trim combine to make a charming appearance. The purse and the 44" chain are trimmed with crystals and real turquoise nuggets. The purse is 4" across the top, 7" across the bottom and 5" high.

Contemporary American designer Maya uses semi-precious stones and pearls in combination with molded resin and glass beads in her elegant design of this purse. Maya's plaque signature is on the back. The 44" strap can be removed so the purse may be used as a clutch. The strap itself may become a beautiful long necklace, or even a belt. The purse is 6 1/2" at its widest, 4" tall, and 2" thick front to back. A cloth drawstring storage bag with Maya's signature is included.

Maya frequently uses semi-precious stones in her jewelry and purses. In this bold necklace she uses a combination of large amethyst chunks and similar chunks of polished smoky topaz with antiqued metal beads. A striking contemporary necklace by Maya! Necklace is 39" end to end. Pendant is 3 5/8" long.

This lovely Patrice set shows the beautiful crafting and design typical of Patrice. The bracelet is antiqued brass with the addition of synthetic cats eye and genuine garnet. The bracelet is heavy and chunky. The earrings contain the same stones. Bracelet is 6" around the inside with a 1" opening. The earrings are 1" by 3/4".

Beautiful blue resin purse by Maya. Carved scrolls in the resin with chalcedony and piwa pearl medallion. 6 1/2" wide, 5" high, 2" deep, chain 46" end to end.

This delicate pendant necklace by Patrice is made of vintage German glass with brass. The gold plated chain is 17" end to end. The pendant is 2" by 1 1/8".

Maya uses yellow turquoise and green garnets in combination with faceted crystal beads and ornate metal beads. Ornate and dramatic. Shorter strand is 19" with a 3" extension. Gold plated brass pendant is 4" long and hangs over the longer strand.

Maya presents, in sculpted resin, a winged female figure. Her gown displays a lovely floral pattern and her outstretched arms give the feeling of movement. Fresh water pearls, rose quartz chips and crystal nuggets complete the picture. Maya's cartouche is on the back. A cloth storage bag with Maya's signature is included. Measurements are 6 1/2" by 7 1/2" and 2" from front to back. Chain is 46" end to end.

Created by Maya and sculpted with the look of damask. Copper beads and dyed freshwater pearls with additional semi-precious stones. Short handle. An artwork as usual! 4" high, 7" wide, 2 1/4" front to back. Handle length 15".

Elegant single strand necklace by Maya. Contemporary American designer Maya uses semi precious stones, pearls, crystals and antiqued metal when creating her jewelry. In this lovely necklace she has combined Canada jade, fresh water stick pearls, citrine nuggets and bronze colored metal. Result? Fabulous! Total length end to end is 35". Jade rectangles are 1 1/2" by 1" and are 1/8" thick. Oval metal tag with Maya signature attached.

Maya creates a sleek amber resin purse with swirls of black and small metal "buttons" resembling hobnails. Semi-precious stones, antiqued beads and crystals on detachable link chain that also can be worn as a necklace. Purse is 9" wide,4" high,1 1/2" deep. Chain is 44" end to end. Antiqued copper-colored metal frame.

Maya's chunky small-scale drop earrings composed of carnelian, faceted beads and rhinestones. Clip is 1 1/4" long, 1" wide, dangle is 1 1/2" wide.

Karen Smith, a contemporary American artisan, refers to herself as a "knotter of miniature tapestry adornments." She designs knotting patterns in washable nylon thread and integrates them with gemstones. This particular necklace is composed of a serpentine dragon carving with amethyst, turquoise, black onyx, jade and goldstone beads. It is hand signed Karen Smith '06 on the back. It is a remarkable and outstanding artwork! I measures 28" end to end (measured using the inside string of beads).

Pure elegance by Maya! Black carved resin with hint of gold frost touching the most prominent points of the carving. Along with the swans there are reeds and other plants making up the carved places on both front and back. The purse and the 44" chain are encrusted with crystals, beads and piwa pearls. The purse is 5 1/2" wide, 4 1/2" high and 2" front to back.

Frosty light blue is Maya's choice for this purse. The front displays elegant carved swans with a slight hint of gilt on some of their feathers. The back features carved aquatic plants. Beads, rhinestones and crystals add to the elegant look. White leather trim on the sides enhances this beautiful bag. 5 1/2" wide, 4 1/2" high, 2 " deep. gold plated chasin is 44" long.

This leather shoulder-strap bag by Maya is pouch shaped. The texture of the leopard print is fur-like and very soft to the touch. The pouch is fabric lined with a zipper compartment and the ornate clasp and chain sport semi-precious stones including tiger eye. The edge of the pouch is stitched in black leather. Pouch is 8" high, 7 1/2" side to side. Chain is 34" end to end. Maya's metal name plate is inside the pouch.