Yves Saint Laurent Large Purple Enamel Butterfly Brooch – 1993 Spring/Summer by Robert Goossens

Discover the artistry of the 1993 Spring/Summer couture collection with this large butterfly brooch from Yves Saint Laurent, crafted by Robert Goossens, known as “Mr. Bijoux” for his legendary designs.  Part of the 1993 Spring Summer collection blending romantic elegance with theatrical flair, featuring flowing silhouettes and nature inspired motifs, this piece showcases a gold tone textured metal base with four purple enamel wings, their striated textured lines visible through the translucent enamel, mimicking real butterfly wings.  A round five-petal folded decoration adorns the centre, measuring 5cm high, 4.5cm wide, and weighing 19.2g.  The secure safety clasp ensures durability, signed with a vertical “YSL” and “Made In France” on a raised rectangular cartouche on the reverse.

This substantial brooch, part of the 1993 Spring/Summer collection, embodies YSL’s legacy of innovative design, enhanced by Goossens’s sculptural expertise. Its vibrant enamel and weight make it a standout vintage accessory, ideal for collectors or as a statement piece.