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Björn Weckström 14 Karat Yellow Gold "Orchid Psychedelic" Collar Necklace, 1970
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"An “Orchid Psychedelic” 14 karat yellow gold collar link necklace, by Björn Weckström for Lapponia, Finland, circa 1970.
This Finnish necklace showcases an orchid-inspired design that captures the essence of nature's raw beauty. The l 14 karat yellow gold swirls dance gracefully around the neck. Each element of the design is meticulously crafted, reflecting the artist's deep connection to nature and his desire to create pieces that evoke emotion and admiration. The collar style adds a touch of modernity and edginess to the necklace, ensuring it makes a bold and unforgettable statement.
The necklace measures 16 .5 inches in length. Stamped with BW makers mark, 585, Town mark, Date mark R7 for 1970, FINLAND.
Born in Helsinki, Finland, in 1935, Björn Weckström is a pivotal figure in modern Nordic jewelry. A Finnish sculptor and jeweler, he studied at the Finnish Goldsmith School in the 1950s, shaping his artistic foundation. Weckström's designs, spanning nature abstractions to clean classical forms, gained recognition at the International Exhibition of Modern Jewelry in London, 1961. Over his long career, Weckström has been closely associated with the Finnish jewelry firm Lapponia, and he is celebrated for pioneering combinations like silver and acrylic. Inspired by nature, snowfalls, the sea, and mythologies, his work, featuring gold, bronze, silver, and acrylic, showcases geometric forms, textured surfaces, and irregular shapes. Notable appearances include Yoko Ono wearing his ring on the Dick Cavett Show and Carrie Fisher wearing his Planetoid Valleys and Darina’s Bracelet in her role as Princess Leia in Star Wars (1977). Weckström's jewelry graces the collection of Helsinki's Designmuseo and various esteemed public and private collections.
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- Weight:25.17 g
- Dimensions:Depth: 0.5 in (12.7 mm)Length: 16.25 in (412.75 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1970
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- Seller Location:New York, NY
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