Mid Century modern, sterling silver cufflinks with a substantial geometric design. These have a matte brushed silver surface. Starkly elegant these measure 1/2" x 3/4" and are 1/8" thick. European in origin, they are marked 925 for sterling silver content and FS which is the makers mark.
Sculptural three dimensional cufflinks by Gilles (Guy) Vidal of Canada. Stacks of cubes of varying widths and layers make for a pair of very architectural cufflinks. Signed on the back as depicted, they are in fie condition and measure 13/16th" x 1" (measurements are approximate due to the construction of the cufflinks) They are 1/4" tall at maximum. Quintessential modernism.
Stunning vase by Livia Gorka in a teal blue with a swirling abstracted design that are actually birds. Motifs from nature such as birds and fish are often found on her work. A well known ceramic artist in her own right, she is the daughter of the famed Geza Gorka, considered one of the founders of modern ceramics arts in Hungary. The vase is 12 inches tall and in excellent condition.
Dramatically decorated vase by Livia Gorka, a leading ceramic artist in Hungary. Daughter of the famed Geza Gorka, her mid-century work is instantly recognizable with its primitive motifs and vivid colors. This vase is 8 inches tall and in excellent condition.
This necklace is a small wearable sculpture by Arne Johansen who started his workshop in Denmark in 1954 and ceased production in 1993. "His work is characterised by the pure simplicity of line, elegant design, the substantial weight of the silver, and the expertise of the craftsmanship."
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This fluid and elegant piece measures 2 3/4" long (inclusive of the b ...click for details
This crystalline studio pottery vase is by Maria Philippi, born in 1927. The glaze is superb with its exquisite muted colors which seamlessly blend. Philippi studied with Hubert Griemert and Monika Maetzel and also worked for Annemarie and Werner Schmidt-Tummeley. Between 1962-1964 she worked for Soholm in Denmark.
Signed on the base, it is in excellent condition and is 6 1/4" tall and 19" in circumferenc ...click for details
Bold, yet simple and elegant design on this sterling silver ring. The rectangular surface is decorated with an enamel stripe design in the cloisonne technique.
The sides of the shank are decorated with a series of contrasting vertical and horizontal scored lines. The ring plate is 1/2" x 3/4" and the ring size is between 5 3/4 and 6. There is a makers mark inside the shank; two adjoining boxes ...click for details
Fine looking sterling silver ring by Randers, Denmark. A large disc of sodalite is bezel set on to of a post extending upwards from the shank. The stone is 16mm in diameter; the silver bezel is 18mm in diameter and the setting sits 16mm above the finger. Very architectural and clean design. Marked as shown and a size 7 1/4, the bypass shank is open so can be resized somewhat either way.
This sterling silver ring by Poul Warmind is a piece of wearable sculpture. Two concave ovals are joined into a curvilinear design which is simultaneously geometric and organic. There are two sets of marks on this ring; P.W, Sterling, Denmark marks are for Poul Warmind; and there are also a set of English hallmarks, indicating this ring was imported and which date this to 1972, London. The top of the ring is 1 3/8ths ...click for details
This Scandinavian biomorphically shaped sterling silver necklace is by Norwegian firm David Andersen. The curvilinear design is accentuated by the contrasting concave/convex form of the pendant. The pendant is 4 1/2 inches by 2 1/8 inches and hangs from the original dogbone chain which is 28 inches in length. Excellent condition and marked as pictured, this Andersen piece is not readily found.
