Wiwen Nilsson
Wiwen Nilsson, 3 sterling silver rod chains, Lund 1945 and 1951
The rods measure 5x3 mm, the chains measure 12.7 cm, 16.5 cm, and 18.9 cm, total weight approximately 22.2 grams, in a box from Wiwen Nilsson.
A link chain without stamps. Loops with wear. Clasp missing. Marks. Scratches.
Provenance
From a private collection.
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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