Sam Kramer
Sam Kramer (1913-1964) was an American artist and jewelry designer who is best known for his Surrealist-inspired jewelry designs. Kramer started his career as a painter, but he began to experiment with jewelry design in the 1940s. His designs were inspired by his interest in Surrealism and his fascination with natural forms and textures.
Kramer's jewelry designs were characterized by their asymmetrical shapes, unusual combinations of materials, and whimsical and often provocative motifs. He used a variety of materials in his designs, including silver, copper, gold, and gemstones, as well as found objects such as seashells, bones, and glass.
Kramer's jewelry pieces are highly sought after by collectors and are considered to be some of the most innovative and distinctive examples of mid-century American jewelry design. You can find Sam Kramer jewelry in galleries, museums, and auction houses, as well as online through specialized vintage and antique jewelry retailers.
Kramer's jewelry designs were characterized by their asymmetrical shapes, unusual combinations of materials, and whimsical and often provocative motifs. He used a variety of materials in his designs, including silver, copper, gold, and gemstones, as well as found objects such as seashells, bones, and glass.
Kramer's jewelry pieces are highly sought after by collectors and are considered to be some of the most innovative and distinctive examples of mid-century American jewelry design. You can find Sam Kramer jewelry in galleries, museums, and auction houses, as well as online through specialized vintage and antique jewelry retailers.
