1980s Kenneth Jay Lane Giant Renaissance Maltese Cross Brooch 60s_Ruffle_Dress the monochrome banding is horizontal

the monochrome banding is horizontal on the bodice and has a chevron appearance on the skirt element due in part to the mitred seams

both the bodice and the waistband of the dress are set with clusters and rows of iridescent pyramid shaped pearlescent beads

in superb vintage condition with no faults of any note

It is debossed with an intricate pattern that recalls the stained glass windows of grand churches

this was almost certainly made in America and most likely for a high-end department store

1980s Kenneth Jay Lane Giant Renaissance Maltese Cross Brooch 60s_Ruffle_Dress the monochrome banding is horizontalThis superb late 1980s to early 1990s brooch by Kenneth Jay Lane makes a real statement and was designed to turn heads. In a Maltese cross formation, it features four octagonal forms crafted from gold tone alloy and molded, bold lucite designed to emulate rough chiseled gems in juicy apple green emerald and vibrant aqua. These gems have been painted at the edges in an organic manner with gold paint. Each one features a decadent, square cut rhinestone