Brutalist bracelet made up by five large cast, sawed and oxidized sterling silver links. From Finnfeelings, the firm of Sten & Laine, Turku, Finland. Marks: the dented small mark of Finnfeelings, 925, A (city mark for Abo /Turku), year mark U7 = 1973, Finland and Swedish importation mark. Length when clasped "7 ¾ / 20 cm, width "1 1/3 / 3.4 cm, weight 52 grams. Falls smoothly around the wrist. Condition: fine.
This brooch was designed by Kenneth Jay Lane with many colored crystals in green, red, clear, light blue and a single dark blue diamond cut crystal at the top. It is hallmarked "KJL" . It is 1 3/4 x 2" in excellent condition.
A modernist pair of pierced earrings in sterling silver, Calliope, designed by Zoltan Popovits for Lapponia Finland in 1978. These earrings feature an organic plant like design. The polished edges are in contrast to the textured surfaces.
They measures about 1 1/2" long and about 3/8" at the widest.
They are marked Lapponia, 925 and what looks like the town mark for Helsinki on the backs. The clutches are marked the same way...
Tapio Wirkkala sterling silver kinetic necklace for N. Westerback.
Circa - 1973.
Pendant measures 4" in diameter. Chain measures 24" when outstretched.
Excellent vintage condition
Two vintage modernist sterling silver pieces by Erik Granit, an early geometric
brooch and/or a pendant with a central crystal. Made in Finland.
May purchase individually or as a pair.
The geometric brooch is marked with the conjoined EG logo, Crown, and 813H for the silver content. The hallmarks are small and on top of the 'C' clasp. It measures 1 1/2" in diameter. It is not flat, it slopes up towards the center like a mini volcano. The clasp holds securely...
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.
Sleek and elegant sterling hand made Danish pendant with a gorgeous oval malachite. This is an expertly crafted piece with the textured reverse also being an eye catcher. This measures 2 3/4" long and 1 1/2" wide. It is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stone. Could be worn on a chain or any size neck ring. Signed Denmark, a makers mark that I am not able to make out,925S,Sterling and Handmade. Mod and wonderful.
A stand out modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet from Finland designed by Pekka Piekainen for Auran Kultaseppa, Oy. Twist design. Thick sterling.
Marked on the inside for Kultaseppa, Finland silver standard, 925, Town mark for Turku, and X7 for 1978. Also marked with the stylized PP designer's mark and Finland. Measures 5 3/4" around with an opening of 1 1/2". Measures 3/4" wide. In very nice condition with minor surface scratches...
A sleek modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet with a side opening by Swedish silversmith Alton, designed by Per Davik. Measures approximately 6 1/2" around with an opening of 1". Can be adjusted. Measures 1 5/8" at the wider end. Marked Alton, F for the city mark, Swedish silver standard, A10, (date code for 1975), Sterling 925, and Designed by Per Davik. Thick sterling. Warm patina, minor scuffs, fine condition.
Carl Tasha modernist brass buckle
Provincetown, MA
1970's
2 1/2" x 2 3/8"
Marked C.Tasha
Very good vintage condition
A vintage modernist sterling silver ring by David Andersen, Norway. Three balls in an overlapping style.
Measures about a size 6.5 and can be slightly adjusted. Shank measures 1/2" at the widest. Signed D-A, Norway, Sterling, 925S, and scales mark.
In very nice condition, has just a little tarnish and some minor nicks and scratches. Circa 1970s. Wonderful MCM design.
This pin has heft and presence, with a compelling design by Uni David-Andersen for the David-Andersen workshop. It resembles lattice work in its construction, but the irregular lengths of the ribs give it a primitive feel. The pin has a secure roll-over clasp and measures 2 inches long by 5/8 inches wide. Weight: 9 grams
Robert Lee Morris "Dart" gold plated necklace from the ARTWEAR Line
Solidly made statement necklace featuring graduating dart like elements
c 1980
17 1/2" long x 1 1/4" wide
Weight - 190 grams
Very good vintage condition
Unmarked
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...
A stand out modernist sterling silver Neck Ring from Finland designed by Pekka Piekainen for Auran Kultaseppa, Oy. He was the head jewelry designer for the company from 1971-89 and had won many prestigious awards. Twist design.
Marked on the inside for Kultaseppa, Finland silver standard, 925, Town mark for Turku, and G8 for the date code. Measures 13" around with an opening of 2 1/2". Measures 1/2" at the widest. In very nice condition with minor surface scratches...
A sterling silver modernist bracelet with nine disks and offset orbs by Danish silversmith, Niels Erik (NE) From. This example is not signed. However it is the same design and measures exactly the same as a signed example. Not sure how that occurred. Priced accordingly.
Measures about 7 1/4" long and 5/8" wide.
Leaf shaped toggle clasp holds securely. The bracelet is in fine condition with a little tarnish.
Classic N E From design.
From the same Florida estate as the Danish malachite pendant, this is a another expertly hand crafted signed Danish sterling pendant with a wonderful orbital rutilated quartz. It measures 1 5/8" long and 1" wide. It is in fine original condition and could be worn on a chain or thin neck ring. Signed IU 925S and Handmade in Denmark. The stone is fascinating and perfect for this solid setting.
A vintage modernist sterling silver brooch by Anton Michelsen, from Denmark. This three dimensional brooch has a raised 'sun' in the center surrounded by 7 stars.
Measures 2 5/8" across and 2 5/8" high. Weighs 20 gr. The surfaces of the stars and the center of the sun have a light gold wash for an interesting effect.
Marked with the AM under a crown hallmark of the silversmith and Sterling Denmark.
Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. Silver has a warm patina...