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Brooch, 18k Gold with a Rock Crystal, Made 1944 by Wiwen Nilsson, Sweden

About the Item

This 18 karat gold Art Deco style brooch has a partly stair shaped pendant which is holding two square faceted cut rock crystals. The geometric lines, the clean-cuts, the modern design and the square faceted cut rock crystals of this brooch can be described as typical Wiwen Nilsson characteristics. It does not matter if you wear a polo neck sweater, a white shirt or a dinner dress, this brooch will add the final touch to your outfit. Did you know that Wiwen Nilsson was the designer that introduced the cross as a fashion piece of jewelry in the 1930s? Dimensions: total ht. 57 mm, pendant ht./wd. 25/10 mm, wt. 12 gm
  • Creator:
  • Metal:
    18k Gold
  • Stone:
    Rock Crystal
  • Stone Cut:
    Square Cut
  • Weight:
    12 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.25 in (57 mm)Width: 0.4 in (10 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
    Sweden
  • Period:
    1940-1949
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1944
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2708217595672
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