Wiwen Nilsson
A Swedish 20th century sterling silver cigaret box, mark of Wiwen Nilsson, Lund 1949.
On the lid von Schwerins coat of arms. Measurement 10.5 x 7.5 x 1 cm. Weight 175 g.
Minor wear. Engraved gift inscription inside.
Provenance
Louise Lyberg (née von Schwerin, 1932-2024), former First Lady of the Court, Bachelor of Arts, and art historian
Louise Lyberg (née von Schwerin, 1932-2024), former First Lady of the Court, Bachelor of Arts, and art historian.
Designer
Wiwen Nilsson was a Swedish designer born in Copenhagen. He studied at his father's workshop, as well as in Germany, Denmark, and France. Nilsson is primarily known for his objects created in silver with geometric, clean, and austere forms. Nilsson debuted at the Gothenburg Exhibition in 1923. At the Stockholm Exhibition in 1930, he had his major breakthrough, and his innovative modernism was a success. Nilsson created, among other things, jewellery, table silver, and services.
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