Norwegian Designer Willy Waenness for David Andersen Sterling Silver & Blue Guilloche Enamel Double Leaf Demi Parure Set - Circa 1950s

Measurements: Bracelet: 7"L x .6"W (17.78cm x 1.52cm) Earrings: 

Markings: Scales Mark D-A 925S Norway Sterling Willy Waenness Mark

Weight: 17.9g

Stunning sterling and blue guilloche enamel panel links bracelet and matching earrings in a double leaf pattern, designed by Willy Waenness for David Andersen. Hard to believe this bracelet and earring set is 70+ years old! Enamel is in perfect condition with no chips, damage or repairs. Gilding is strong and bright with only micro wear to back. Bracelet features a hidden box clasp.

Earrings are currently drop dangle screw back style but included with purchase are 24k gold plated sterling French wire hooks so they can easily be converted for pierced ears. I am happy to do switch them for you before shipping if preferred.

Gorgeous and timeless collector's set.

The company was founded in Christiania (now Oslo), Norway by David Andersen in 1876. Andersen (1843-1901) was a gold and silversmith with a keen sense of quality and the high standards of his workmanship brought early success to the firm. By 1888, Andersen was able to expand his workshop into a steam powered plant and a second retail location was opened in Oslo in 1892.
David Andersen died in 1901, his son, Arthur Andersen, took the reins of the firm at that time. Arthur instituted some important changes, he decided to hyphenate the family name to David-Andersen, and as chief designer, he introduced the use of enameling on the company's gold and silver jewelry as well as hollowware. The new line was so successful that enamelled jewelry has become nearly synonymous with the David-Andersen name. The firm has remained a family business and is now run by members of the fourth generation, Uni and Jon David-Andersen.