Brooch c. 1936

This watercolor drawing by William P. Shearwood, dated c. 1936, depicts two brooch designs featuring amethyst gemstones. The top brooch, with its ornate gold setting and dangling teardrop amethysts, exemplifies the Art Deco style. The bottom brooch, featuring a smaller amethyst within a more simplified gold design, may be more representative of the mid-century period. The use of watercolor adds a sense of delicate detail to these designs, showcasing the artistry of the jeweler.