Vintage Martha Sturdy Silver-Tone Pearl Vine Articulated Dangle Earrings

These vintage decorative earrings are characteristic of Canadian artist Martha Sturdy's mid-to-late 20th-century design aesthetic. The earrings feature a silver-tone metal construction, likely chrome-plated or rhodium-plated brass/pewter, sculpted into a series of organic, vine-like articulated segments. Each earring is composed of three interconnected sections that provide fluid movement when worn. Along the length of the metal 'stems' are mounted spherical imitation pearls or resin beads in a lustrous white to light-grey hue, arranged in an alternating, branch-like fashion. The scale is significant, suggesting a length of approximately 4 to 5 inches, which corresponds to Sturdy's reputation for bold, architectural 'wearable art.' The metal finish appears bright with minimal surface oxidation, though light micro-scratching is visible upon close inspection. The articulation points remain intact and functional. The overall craftsmanship reflects a high-end costume jewelry standard, focusing on sculptural form and movement. Martha Sturdy's work from this era, specifically the 1980s and 1990s, is highly collectible for its modernist, oversized silhouettes and use of non-traditional industrial materials refined into high fashion accessories.