Pekka Piekainen modernist sterling silver ring

Finland

1974

This solid and substantial ring weighs 25 grams

Size 7

Overall dimensions - 1 1/2" x 1 5/8"

A true showstopper in excellent condition

Hallmarked appropriately

Architectural in a dramatic yet also minimalist way, this Hans Hansen sterling silver ring does not come up very often. Set on a cylindrical post its tambour-shaped face holds a polished round black onyx disk within it. The transition from sterling to stone is seamless, the surfaces of the two materials "married" to each other in the most perfect way while the tambour's sides are reflected in the simple wide shank...

Dated for 1972 and signed by Kultaseppa Salovaara Ky of Finland, this sterling silver and rose quartz hinged bangle bracelet epitomizes the less-is-more attitude of Scandinavian design. There is nothing superfluous here - everything serves a purpose and at the same time contributes to the bracelet's serene, confident beauty. Yet I think that the strongest element is the crystalline, soft pink of the rose quartz spheres...

Hector Aguilar is known for his collection worn by Georgia O'keeffe. This one is iconic as the matching bracelet to her belt that we see her wearing in photographs. A well fitting treasure with 7in. in length with more that can be let out if needed and shortened as needed. There is a height of 1.75in. The material is a fabric backed suede. I am at a loss of words for this design. I think all I can say is it is my favorite bracelet in the entire Mexican Silver Renaissance...

Slick and elegant in such a less-is-more way this set of vintage sterling silver Kupitaan Kulta modernist earrings was created in Finland in the 1950s-60s period. It seems to me that in this set Elis Kauppi tempered bare bones minimalism with the lightest possible trace of vermeil that covers the inner surfaces of the earrings' rectangular building blocks and gives the illusion of a textured finish. Spectacularly beautiful they measure 2 3/8" long by 3/8" wide and weigh 7.2 grams (for the set)...

Bold and striking vintage Georg Jensen Denmark "Splash" bracelet no. 88 designed by Henning Koppel. This is a thick and heavy bracelet measuring 7 1/2" end to end, 1 1/2" wide and weighing 94 grams. Because of the thickness of the silver, the wearable length of the bracelet closed is approximately 7". It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Mid-century Danish design at its' very best.

Exceptional sculptural, tactile sterling bracelet designed by the Swedish silversmith Rey Urban for the Danish company A. Fausing. Measuring 7 1/2" end to end, it is 1 1/4" wide and weighs 74 grams. The clasp interlocks and looks continuous on the wrist. All of the links move and are fluid when on. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Very industrial and architectural looking. A Modernist masterpiece !

Hector Aguilar signed bracelet that resembles the shape of bowling pin which are heavy silver and alternate with carved medallions in-between. The weight is 65 grams and the height is 1.25in. at the highest point. The length is 7 inches long. There is a warmed patina through out the bracelet. The condition is without damage. Each pin is hand made and each is different. The closure pin is tight and no rings slip off the ends.

Fantastic, ultra rare, vintage Georg Jensen Denmark sterling bracelet no. 139 designed by Astrid Fog. In 1969, Astrid Fog( 1911-1993) released her first jewelry collection for Georg Jensen. This bracelet is from that time period. Her jewelry is noted for its modernist designs of simple, large, bold geometric shapes. This bracelet is composed of 7 trapezoid shaped hollow links. Measuring 6 3/4" end to end and 1 1/8" wide, it weighs 113 grams and sits 1" high off the wrist...

This is a beautiful and rarely seen sterling bracelet designed by Bent Gabrielsen for Hans Hansen. The circular links all seamlessly connect and move and flow. They terminate with an ingenious screw bolt clasp. Measuring 8" end to end, it is 1/2" wide and weighs 103 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A stunning Danish Modernist bracelet.

Wonderful vintage Georg Jensen " Amoeba" bracelet no.89 designed by Henning Koppel. Measuring 8" end to end, it is 1 3/4" wide and weighs a very substantial 136 grams. The biomorphic links are thick, so closed fits a 7" wrist. Fine original condition and signed as shown. This is mid-century modern Scandinavian design at its very best.

Vintage Georg Jensen Denmark sterling "Amoeba" earrings no. 125 designed by Henning Koppel. These are bold and dramatic screw back earrings measuring 2" long, 1 1/4" wide, and weighing 23 grams total. They are in fine original condition and signed as shown. These earrings are quite rare and a perfect match for the Jensen "Amoeba" bracelet if you are lucky enough to own one.

Rare original vintage Georg Jensen Denmark sterling ring no. 443 designed by Vivianna Torun Bulow-Hube circa 1970. This ring is from the 70's and not a re-issue. It is a size 5 and in fine original condition. Weighing 9 grams, the face of the ring is 1" diameter. Signed as shown. Torun designs are always striking and remarkable.

A wonderful sterling pin/pendant by the Swedish designer Rey Urban for the Danish company A. Fausing. It is three dimensional and very tactile. Measuring 2" by 1 3/8", it weighs 15 grams and is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A great industrial design.

Wonderful Art Deco design in this vintage sterling Georg Jensen Denmark pin no. 230 designed by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen. It is a small pin measuring 1 1/2" by 7/8". Fine original condition and signed as shown. An unusual and not often seen Jensen pin.

Rare original vintage sterling necklace designed by Nanna & Jorgen Ditzel for Georg Jensen Denmark c.1954. Each link is a double disc and the seamless closure provides a continuous look on the neck. It is design no. 124 and measures 16 1/2" end to end and is 1/2" wide. Weighing 135 grams it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Gorgeous in every way. A true find for any Jensen collector.

A bold and striking sterling necklace from Danish designer Eigil Jensen for the Anton Michelsen firm in Copenhagen, Denmark. It was designed and produced in 1961. Measuring 15 1/2" end to end, it is 1 1/8" wide and weighs 94 grams. Fine original condition and signed as shown. Beautifully designed and executed.

Elegant, rare and early Georg Jensen Denmark bracelet no. 53 with chrysoprase. This bracelet is featured on page 112 of the book GEORG JENSEN A TRADITION OF SPLENDID SILVER by Janet Drucker. It measures 7"end to end, and is 1/2" wide. It is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones which are a vibrant green. Signed with the marks that date 1915-30. This piece should delight any Jensen collector.