This vintage brooch by Aarikka features a stylized umbrella form built from painted wood and brushed metal. The composition is graphic and precise: a semicircular red canopy balanced on a slender metal stem with a polished steel sphere. Compact in size and visually bold.
The design dates to the late 20th century and reflects Aarikka’s long-standing approach to reduced form and playful abstraction.
Design Character
The brooch resembles:
a folded umbrella viewed from above
a graphic pictogram translated into jewelry
a small architectural object with strong color contrast
The red wooden element carries the visual weight, while the metal rod and sphere act as counterbalance. The result is bright but controlled, decorative without excess.
Materials
Painted natural wood
Brushed and polished metal
Traditional pin clasp
Hand-assembled.
Measurements
Height: 5.5 cm
Width: 4 cm
Condition
Very good vintage condition. Light, age-consistent surface wear only.
Styling Use
Works equally well on:
coats and jackets
knitwear
scarves
bags or fabric accessories
The strong red color reads clearly even at a distance.
