Lot #1: Vintage 999 Silver Brooch or Pendant by Henryk Winograd Bacchante Maenad Portrait

Silver brooch designed and signed by Henryk Winograd. This lovely interchangeable brooch or pendant features a portrait in the Classical style. This stunning brooch is by famed silversmith Henryk Winograd. It depicts a Bacchante, a follower of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, festivity, and ecstasy. In 999 fine silver, the craftsmanship captures the essence of celebration and abundance associated with Bacchanalian themes. Her face is framed with grapevines and leaves, details that are emblematic of the god’s attendants. The exquisite relief work exemplifies Winograd's repoussé mastery, providing depth and texture that bring the Bacchante to life. The imagery not only demonstrates artistic finesse but also serves as a symbolic nod to the revelry and freedom that Henryk Winograd found and expressed in his art after enduring and overcoming profound hardships. A Polish-born silversmith, Winograd honed his craft under his father's guidance before his life took a harrowing turn during World War II, leading him to seek refuge in Russia. Enduring the severe hardships of Stalin's labor camps, Henryk was long denied the chance to practice his art. It wasn't until he arrived in the United States that he could pursue his passion for silversmithing, where his talent flourished. Henryk's exceptional skill in repoussé — the art of hammering metal into relief from the reverse side — earned him acclaim as one of the most distinguished silversmiths in the country. His work garnered such respect that he was given the singular honor of presenting a solo exhibition in the Capitol Rotunda in Washington, D.C. Pickup category timeslot {A}