Silver pendant and chain by Karl Laine, Finnfeelings, one of his Spider Web designs from around 1970. Mark for Finnfeelings, 925H, A for the town of Åbo / Turku, T7 for 1972 and Swedish import mark (three crowns and S). Diameter "1 2/5 / 3.3 cm, length of chain "24 ½ / 62 cm. Condition: fine.
This handmade runway neck piece has a center of long, narrow red marquis rhinestones, flat back, rose color, faceted rectangular stones & hand carved rose color drops. These stones are surrounded by many fuchsia & clear rhinestone accents. Everything is attached by hand to a deep rose silk satin panel that ties in a bow in the back. Spectacular! Center part of the neck piece is 7" ((18 cm) x 3 3/8" (9 cm) deep. The partly beaded ribbons extend 15 1/2" (39.5 cm) on either side...
Tapio Wirkkala, for N. Westerback Oy, sterling silver "Crescent Moon" necklace
Finland
1972
Pendant 3 1/2" x 3 1/2"
Chain 24"
Hallmarked NW, 925H, Crown mark, Helsinki mark, T7
Very good vintage condition
A choice of two modernist rings by Lapponia in sterling silver, designed by Björn Weckström is available. May purchase individually or as a pair.
The first ring has a lightly textured surface as seen in the Space series. This ring is a size 6.5-7. May be able to adjust slightly due to the open nature of the design. The band measures 3/8" wide. It is in fine condition with minor surface wear.
The second ring is in a folded design with a textured surface. Measures about 7-7 1/2...
Georg Jensen sterling silver and amethyst bracelet [No. 203] by Vivianna Torun Bulow-Hube
This classic bracelet features a gorgeous amethyst stone in matrix
Front opening - 1 3/4" wide
Overall dimensions - 2" x 2 1/4"
Stone measures 1 1/4" x 1 5/8"
Should fit a small to medium wrist
Fully hallmarked [see photo]
Excellent condition
An unusual modernist sterling silver ring with coiled silver wires by the firm Jens Peter Clausen Guðjónsson of Iceland. Signed JENS 925S, Hand Made and Iceland. Measures about a size 7. The top sits 5/8" high and measures about 1 1/4" across. Has a brutalist, asymmetrical feel. There is a small fracture on the bottom that looks original. This design really stands out! Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.
A vintage modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet by Hans Hansen, Denmark. Measures about 6 1/4" around with an opening of 3/4" and 1 1/8" at the widest. Marked with script Hans Hansen, Denmark, 925S and design number 213. Designed by Bent Gabrielsen. In fine condition with very minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Sleek and well crafted. Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.
Jeweled clasp bracelet made from amazing very big and heavy Lucite beads in a pale amber color which shades for a fabulous ombre effect. The designer Ugo Correani has had his own label since the 1970s, and also has designed jewelry for Valentino, Fendi,
and Versace, as well as Karl Lagerfeld and Christian Lacroix. Hand knotted with matching heavy cord. Marked CORREANI and MADE ITALY...
A vintage modernist heavy ring, #163 designed by Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen. Marked on the back Georg Jensen in a dotted oval, 925S, Denmark, and style number 163.
Measures about a size 7. Could probably be adjusted slightly due to the open nature of the design. Curls around the finger and slightly flares out. Can be worn with the larger end facing up or down. Weighs 23 gr.
Thick sterling, substantial feel...
Porcelain pendant with decorative figural ornament in gilt in the style so typical of Bjorn /Björn Wiinblad (1918 – 2006), the Danish artist who designed posters and textiles, and cutlery, ceramics and glass for Rosenthal, Germany. Width "2/ 5.2 cm. Condition: fine.
Pair of gorgeous vintage 1970s long link necklaces in the stylized Byzantine or barbaric style popularized by Robert Goossens for Chanel. Probably French. In heavy cast slightly matte goldtone metal with a slight pale pinkish enameled decoration. With spring ring clasps. I am also listing the coordinating bracelet from the same estate. With original inventory tags and never worn. One is 33 1/2 inches long and just over 1/2 inch wide and the other is 31 inches long and 3/8 inch wide...
A signed Joel cream and brown enamel panels gold plated bracelet from the 1970s (we think). This heavy, fine quality 6-3/4 x 1-1/8" bracelet has tan panels alternating with narrow root beer brown panels with striations under the enamel. It has a box clasp and it it signed Joël (we haven't found any information on this firm). It in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs...
Lisbeth Nordskov sterling silver and stone ring
Denmark
This solid and heavy statement ring stands 1/2" tall
Size 9 1/2
Weight - 15.58 grams
Marked Nordskov, sterling, Denmark
Very good vintage condition
A vintage modernist sterling silver hammered neck ring and pendant with three suspended amber jewels by the well known Danish silversmith Jane Wiberg.
The neck ring is made from thick curved and hammered sterling with an orb at each end. It is marked Jane Wiberg 400. Has a warm patina.
The pendant measures 4 1/8" long including the bale and 3/4" at the widest. Marked 925S and Jane Wiberg. The amber has natural swirls. Has a large bale...
A modernist pendant necklace by Bjorn Weckstrom for Lapponia in sterling silver...
A large 1" in diameter porcelain cabochon. Abstract patterns in brown and gray, and gold overlay is the focus of this interesting Norwegian ring. Cabochon is bezel set in sleek sterling mount that has an adjustable back- which is currently a size 6.5. It is marked "925S, Norway, Sterling," and with an anchor shaped hallmark. By Porsgrund, circa 970s. The designer attributed to this piece is Anne Marie Odegaard. In excellent vintage condition.
A vintage sterling silver modernist ring by Hans Sten and Karl Laine from Sten and Laine in Finland. Reminds us of an abstract spiderweb. Measures about a size 7 but is adjustble. Top measures 1 1/8" wide and 1 1/4" high. Marked with the hallmark for Sten and Laine, 925H for sterling, Town mark for Turku and T7 for 1972. Very nice condition. Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.
A vintage modernist sterling silver pendant by Elis Kauppi for Kupittaan Kulti Oy, Turku Finland. Has a three dimensional Shadowbox design with three curved links.
Measures about 3 1/8" long including the bale and 7/8" across.
Marked with the Anvil, and 925S and Finland on the back. Also looks like there is a stamp 'S1B' which we don't know the reference to. Has some very minor surface scratches. Has a larger bale so could be worn on a chain or neck ring.
Fine example of Kauppi'...