a sterling silver necklace with a rock crystal pendant, Lund 1943
Dimensions pendant approximately 17 x 28 mm, length 68 cm, weight 43 g. Signed by Wiwen Nilsson.
Inclusion in rock crystal
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 a geometric, stylish and austere form. Nilsson made his debut at the Gothenburg Exhibition in 1923. At the Stockholm Exhibition in 1930, he had his big breakthrough and his innovative modernism was a success. Nilsson has, among other things, created jewellery, silverware and crockery.