Vintage RLM Robert Lee Morris Sterling Modernist Articulated Pendant Necklace

Measurements: Pendant: 4.25"L x 1.25"W x .25"Thick (10.8cm x 3.18cm x .64cm)

Chain: 24"L (60.96cm)

Markings: 925 China RLM Studio

Weight: 26g

Striking RLM Robert Lee Morris sterling silver modernist pendant necklace featuring a sculptural articulated pendant with polished geometric forms. The pendant is composed of stacked abstract elements, including curved crescent-like bars, a smooth round disc, and an elongated drop, all connected with visible ring links that give the piece subtle movement when worn.

The design has the bold, sculptural quality Robert Lee Morris is known for—clean, architectural, and modern, yet organic in form. It looks especially dramatic styled over black, leather, linen, or a simple minimalist neckline.

Robert Lee Morris is widely recognized as an influential American jewelry designer; CFDA describes him as a major figure in designer jewelry and notes his groundbreaking Artwear gallery, opened in 1977, as well as his Coty and CFDA honors. His own gallery site also identifies the Robert Lee Morris Gallery as the official home of the Artwear collection in SoHo from 1977–2012.

Mannequin is a life-size torso representation

Robert Lee Morris (B:1947)

"I have devoted my entire career to the promotion and sales of art jewelry. I am an avid creator of bold exciting fashion jewelry that has changed the way people have looked at how it is merchandized and new ways of wearing it. I created my gallery ARTWEAR in 1977 and for 20 years created a powerful influence on the fashion industry. Having led a full career in New York City, collaborating with the leading fashion designers such as Donna Karan, Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Karl Lagerfeld, Ann Klein, and Geoffrey Beene, and the Andy Warhol Foundation. I have been awarded the 1981 Coty award and three CFDA awards including Lifetime Achievement. My work is now being collected like fine art. My design aesthetic has flowed from the wearable work to leather goods, tabletop accessories, sculptures and you name it." - Robert Lee Morris