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Bjorn Weckstrom for Lapponia Finland 1970's Acrylic Drop Space Series Sterling

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This is the rare Modernist Necklace by Finnish jewelry designer Björn Weckström for Lapponia in Acrylic Crystal and Sterling Silver. The classic Mid Century brutalist piece was designed in the 1970s for Lapponia Jewelry in Finland. An angular, undulating silver section with space influences characteristic of Weckström’s designs comes together with a large acrylic drop encapsulating greenish blue and clear bubbles. The necklace is beautifully executed. The necklace has the undulating brutalist naturalistic forms that characterize the masterworks of Weckstrom and Lapponia along with the extraordinary bubble design! It is absolutely magical. Bjorn Weckstrom's pieces define Scandinavian modernism. They are exquisitely designed and timeless. This classic necklace is one of the greats by a master artisan of the 20th Century. Metal Type: Sterling Silver Hallmarks: 925, Lapponia, Bjorn, Finland, U7 Date mark for 1973. Metal Finish: Polished, Texture Clasp Type: Hook & Eye Chain Type: Fancy Measurements: Length 27 inches, Width 1/4 inch Pendant 3 1/4 inches (8cm) by 2 inches (5cm). Björn Weckström: Björn Weckström was the first designer who radically combined silver and acrylic in jewelry. His silver-acrylic ring achieved international attention when Yoko Ono was filmed wearing it on the Dick Cavett Show in 1975. Weckstrom masterworks are characterized by rough matt surfaces, uncut semi-precious stones and asymmetrical forms. His inspiration comes often from nature. When working in silver, Weckström can for example portray the snowy, Finnish winter landscape with its frozen lakes. Weckström considers jewelry as an art form and his designs as miniature sculptures. In 1963 Björn Weckström started co-operation with jewelry manufacturer Kruunu-Koru Oy (later Lapponia Jewelry) and its owner Pekka Anttila. Weckström became company’s designer and art director. In 1965 Weckström took part in the International Jewelry Contest in Rio de Janeiro, where his yellowgold and tourmaline necklace “Flowering wall” won the Grand Prix. Through this distinguished award, the company received worldwide recognition, launching Lapponia’s international success. His designs have been in continuous production with Lapponia ever since. Probably the best-known piece of Weckström’s jewelry is necklace Planetoid Valleys which Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) wore in George Lucas’ film Star Wars in 1977. We have just returned from Finland with a wonderful collection of Finnish MId Century Modernist Jewelry - please take a look at our listings and watch the upcoming sales.

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