A GOLD BRACELET, BY RICCARDO MASELLA, CIRCA 1955 Of openwork articulated design, the textured gold links with reeded and engraving detailing, in 18K gold, with maker's mark 'MR', Italian registry mark between '1944-1968' , length 20cm Riccardo Masella's jewellery workshop and atelier emerged in the after-World War II, located in the industrial hub of Milan, Italy, at Via Filaro 16/8. Masella's creations were distinguished by their bespoke nature and uniqueness. Each piece exhibited characteristic of being individually crafted, massive, sober, and solid gold. Operating in Milan from 1948 to 1971, Riccardo Masella garnered esteemed clientele, including prestigious clients such as Cartier among his retail partners.

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