Brooch Pierwsza Jaskółka, multicolor, white enameled metal, by J. Treutler, Poland, 1960s.
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The 'Pierwsza jaskółka' brooch stands as a representative example of Polish modernist jewelry from the 1960s. Designed by Jerzy Treutler for the iconic Moda Polska in 1958, the brooch features a stylized swallow motif rendered in a compact 3.6 x 3 cm form. Composed of smooth, enameled black and white surfaces and a bold red dot, the motif is framed by a bright, polished silvery rim crafted from white metal. The piece’s abstract, downward-swept 'wings' form a geometric V, with careful finishing and proportion reflecting the high design standards and attention to detail typical of its era. The brooch’s front preserves a glossy, glazed enamel surface, while the metal edge is subtly textured—overall maintained in excellent, original condition, with no visible signs of wear or restoration.
This brooch seems to speak in the optimistic, forward-looking voice of postwar Poland—its silhouette recalls not only the lightness of a swallow, but also the commitment to synthesis and graphic clarity defining the country’s small-form design at the time. Black, white, and red—combined sparingly yet with a sophisticated sense for color—emerge as an emblem for an era eager to embrace bold thinking in everyday objects, symbolizing a spirit of openness and the search for a unique Polish visual identity. The 'First Swallow' echoes a time of possibility, when jewelry could serve not only as adornment but as a manifesto for contemporary design.
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Height3 cm
Width3 cm
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Width3 cm
Height3 cm
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