Wiwen Nilsson, a sterling silver ring set with a square step cut stone, Lund 1949
Stone probably rock crystal quartz, setting 13x11 mm, size 15.75/49.5, weight approx. 6.86 grams
Scratches on the silver. Chips and scratches on the stone.
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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