Catalog: New Century (120)

This resin purse by Maya has tiger eye stones, pearls, clear rhinestones, beads, crystals, flowers, vines leaves and butterflys. Each element adds to its beauty. As an alternative, carry the purse as a clutch and wear the chain as a necklace or belt, either way, it is gorgeous. 7 1/2" wide, 4 1/2" high, 2" deep, chain is 44" end to end.

Large domed pale moss-jade European vintage glass and antiqued gold finish on brass compose this elegant ring by Patrice. Ring may be ordered in desired size.

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.

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.

This purse by Maya is sassy! Resin body, antiqued metal frame, beaded tassel and many turquoise chips and nuggets. Measurements are 6" by 3 1/2" and 2" front to back. The chain is 46" end to end.

Contemporary American designer Michele McManus presents dichroic glass in this camera shy expansion bracelet. According to the designer, dichroic means that it has more than one color, especially when viewed from different angles, and it is pure color that glimmers and shines like a mirror. Before dichroic color was developed (1950's), there was not a man-made material that possessed true iridescence. McManus says,"I start with full sheets of glass...

This Maya purse looks like elegant and lavish icing on a cake! Beautifully carved butterflies, flowers and leaves in iridescent pastel tones of pink, light blue and light green enhance the surface of the front. The back is flat and hangs nicely against the body. Please note that the background color is more of a beige/putty than the brownish tone the pictures show. The purse is 6"wide, 4 1/2" high and 2" deep. The silver plated chain with crystals and beads is 46" long.

Robert Sorrell has only created seven of these necklaces, each hand made by him and each slightly different from the other. He calls this his "scarf". Aptly named since, like a cloth scarf, it is versatile and can be worn in a variety of ways--both ends in front, both ends in back, one in front and one over the shoulder, etc. Rhinestones are of the finest quality crystal and the craftsmanship is exquisite! Scarf is 45" end to end and is 3" wide at each end...

Enormous and heavy and all prong set. Sorrell presents an outstanding bracelet. It matches the preceding set but is being sold separately. 1 7/8" high, 7 1/4" around, 1 1/2" opening. It is signed Sorrell Original on an oval plaque.

The Maya collection offers elegant wearable art in both purses and jewelry (push the Contemporary Costume Jewelry button on our home page to see Maya's jewelry). Semi-precious stones, crystals, and metal accents from around the world are used in Maya's work. Her purses are of hand molded resin, and each has her signature plate and is provided with a cloth storage bag...

Translucent frost white purse by Maya. This delicately styled creation of resin and crystals and pearls presents its lovely carved flowers on both front and back. Its silver metal chain with its silver beads and crystals may also be worn as a necklace or belt. The purse is 7" wide, 5" high and 2" front to back. The chain is 44" end to end.

This gorgeous resin handbag by Maya is sculptured wearable art. Oriental in feeling as many Maya purses are, it combines red dyed coral, onyx chips and onyx ovals in both the tassel and the detachable metal chain. The elegant chain can then be worn as a necklace or a belt, and the purse be carried as a clutch. A cloth drawstring bag with Maya's name stamped in gold is provided for storage as it is with all her purses. Measurements are 8 1/4" by 4 1/2" by 2" front to back...

Maya presents a lovely amber colored resin bag (also available in black). Deeply carved design with an oriental feeling. Maya uses semi-precious stones and crystals to adorn this artwork. Purse is 5" wide and 5 1/4" tall and 2" front to back. Chain is 44" end to end and can be worn separately as a belt or necklace, enabling the purse to become a clutch.

This dramatic collar necklace by Sorrell features large champagne colored rhinestones with smaller clear rhinestones. All are prong set. The collar has an oval plaque marked Sorrell Originals. Collar inside length is 17" with a 2" extension. Width is 2". The dangle clip earrings, unmarked, have one round champagne rhinestone and clear rhinestones, all prong set. They are 3 1/4" long.

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.

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.