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Swedish 1960s Sterling Poured Glass Signed Tennesmed Stigbert Geometric Brooch
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Made in 1962 by Swedish Rune Tennesmed, this modern minimal sterling silver geometric brooch features a faux ruby poured-glass red cabochon, concave sheet metal, and openwork that forms two corners of the two-tier triangular brooch. This simple abstract design is characteristic of the rounded geometric shapes that framed his silvery pieces, while his early work sometimes included a pop of brightly colored glass.
Tennesmed (1929-2011) was a 20th-century studio metalsmith, who changed his given name Carlsson to reflect his craft and his business name, which means "pewtersmith" in Swedish. This unusually elegant and sleek piece was made for Scandinavian Atelje Stigbert, which was recognized for producing modern jewelry designs in sterling silver and gold. The brooch was likely commissioned by the Stigbert workshop founder Stig Engelbert who died in 1962, before his artisan sons evolved the family business to be known as Engelbert.
Recognized as one of the most significant and popular Scandinavian artists of the mid-20th century, Tennesmed revived ancient Viking traditions in both materials and decoration. Tennesmed opened his own workshop in 1952, where he crafted his own alloys and glass.
- Creator:
- Metal:Sterling Silver
- Stone:Ruby
- Stone Cut:Cabochon
- Weight:6 g
- Dimensions:Width: 1.25 in (31.75 mm)Depth: 0.5 in (12.7 mm)Length: 2.5 in (63.5 mm)
- Style:Modernist
- Place of Origin:Sweden
- Period:1960-1969
- Date of Manufacture:1962
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3244218534022
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