Catalog: New Century (120)

Maya began creating purses in 1985. Beautiful from the start, her purses have become more intricate and glamorous with each passing year. This purse is from her latest collection and shows butterfly, flower and dragonfly designs imbedded in the resin body of the purse. The surface displays hand carved flowers and a lovely dragonfly. 6" wide, 5 1/4" high and 2 1/2" front to back. The chain is antiqued metal with semi-precious stones and it 45 1/2" long.

A Dorothy Bauer LIMITED EDITION, number 56/120. Lovely Austrian crystal large stones in sparkling bright colors. All stones are prong set, and the form is constructed and soldered by hand. The Bauer cartouche is on the back and 56/120 is scratched on the base. The round base allows the tree to be free standing so it may be used as a delightful decoration when not being worn. A white leather-like pouch is provided along with a collector's record and description...

Fun purse by Maya! It could be a miniature Gateway computer box with its cowhide look. Made of tree resin from the Philippines and with its chain adorned with pearls and crystals, it is a sassy little treasure. 7" wide, 5" high, 2" front to back. Chain 44". (red color on the purse in the photo is lighting and does not exist on the purse)

As with all of Dorothy Bauer's rhinestone jewelry, the stones are Austrian crystal and are prong set. The frame is constructed and soldered by hand. California designer Bauer creates some pieces in LIMITED EDITIONS. This Christmas tree is one of them and this particular tree is 26/120 as is shown on the back of the pin. The Bauer cartouche is also displayed on the back. A white leather-like storage pouch and a collectors' record and description are included. The pin is 2 1/2" tall, 1 1/2" wide.

International award winning designer Patrice presents a necklace and clip earrings made of vintage German glass and resin with brass, and a 24 K gold plated chain. The necklace hook to hook is 18", the chunky squares on the necklace and the earrings are 1" square and 3/4" deep. Note the beautiful design on the back of each square.

The striking pearl and silver lizard pattern of this Maya purse suggests that it is made of lizard skin. Instead it is made of tree resin obtained especially by Maya for the creation of her beautiful purses. Maya adds to the lovely purse crystal nuggets and glass beads. The purse is 6 1/2" wide, 4" high, and 2 1/4" deep. The silver plated chain is 46".

This Maya resin purse has it all: amethysts, rhinestones, crystal and pearls with butterflys, dragonflys,leaves and flowers. Chain is detachable and may be worn as a necklace or belt. 8" wide, 4 1/2" high, 2 1/2" deep, chain is 44" end to end.

Bold and elegant this Patrice cuff is certainly of heirloom quality. It is composed of antiqued brass, red jade and faceted onyx. Note the beautiful design on the inside of the bracelet. 5 1/2" inside circumference with a 1" opening. 1" wide and very chunky.

A charmer! This whimsical bug looks like he has a sense of humor. American designer Rick Shelley created him in pewter and colorful glass beads. The wings move slightly and look like mother of pearl. He is a large bug measuring 5" from front to back, 3 1/2" side to side and is approximately 2" high.

Contemporary American designer Maya has created this elegant choker of real pearls, resin and glass beads. 12 1/2" around with a 2 1/2" extension. Depth at its greatest is 5". The piece is signed Maya.

Elegant carving of flowers and branches in this resin purse by Maya. The gold plated medallion presents onyx and carnelian. The antiqued gold plated chain also contains onyx as well as iridescent faceted beads. Note the sassy tassel. Purse is 8" wide, 4 1/2" high and 2 1/2" deep. Chain is 44" end to end.

Introducing Rick Shelley. Known regionally for his elegant and charming "bug pins", Rick is new to the larger American and world-wide scene through this website. Using a variety of materials such as, in this pin, imported glass beads, hand worked stained glass, and pewter. He also uses semi precious stones with gold and sterling silver...

Maya uses carved flowers and leaves lightly dusted with gilt to enhance the rich olive color of the purse. Add to that bronzed metal beads, crystals and rhinestones and you have an elegant purse, good for day or evening wear. Purse is 7" wide, 3 1/2" high and 1 1/2" deep. Chain is 44" end to end.

Maya's purses are most unique, and this one is especially so. The elegantly hand carved peacock has "feathers" that wrap completely around the purse. Carved flowering branches have been added to give an oriental look. As with all Maya purses, her cartouche is evident on the back of the purse.6 1/2" wide, 5" high, 2 1/2" front to back. Antiqued metal chain and crystals is 45" long.

Made from natural resin and decorated with turquoise fresh water pearls and crystals, this signed purse by Maya, a contemporary American designer, is a treasure. The color of the purse swirls from amber into soft beige. It is lined with cloth and has part leather interior. Maya's purses are limited editions and are truly collectors items. 6" wide,5" high, 2" diameter. Chain is 45" end to end.

Sorrell's dramatic elegance is shown clearly in the wonderful paisley brooch. Every color in the rainbow is used in the faceted clear-back crystal stones. And, every stone is prong set. Brooch is 4 1/2" by 2 1/2". "Sorrell Original" is marked on the back.

Patrice gathers semi precious stones, antique glass and metals to design heirloom pieces such as this set. It has a striking combination of yellow jade with amathyst on brass and also Chinese turquoise and carnelian. The necklace is 17" end to end, the pendant is 2" by 1 1/2", clip earrings are 1" by 5/8".

Maya frequently presents an oriental theme in her purses.This one is even more special than most. Under the resin surface is (quoted from Maya) "Special 'Geisha' painting by renowned painter: Art Zamora for Maya as signed." The front, and especially the back, of the purse are heavily carved/molded. The 46" chain features faceted citrine and crystal beads. Purse is 8 1/2" wide 5" high, 2" deep.