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Rare Aksel Holmsen Norway Gilt Sterling Enamel Modernist Earrings C. 1940s

Rare Aksel Holmsen Norway Gilt Sterling Enamel Modernist Earrings C. 1940s

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Norway Aksel Holmsen Gilt Sterling Silver and Guilloche Enamel Modernist Earrings Circa 1940s

      

Measurements: 1.1"L x .7"W ( 2.79cm x 1.78cm)

Markings: Norway Sterling Maker's Mark 925S

Weight: 7.4g

Gorgeous, sunny and bright set of modernist earrings by Aksel Holmsen. They feature an oval shape design, with a separate center that is raised on the bottom half, giving them a 3D look. Outer ring is bright yellow and the centers are chartreuse green. Very minor wear to gilding on the back and the enamel is clean, clear and glossy with no damage. Currently they are clip on style, and the clips work perfectly but they could easily and inexpensively be converted to post back earrings by a jeweler.

Mannequin is a life-size representation

Aksel Holmsen was a Norwegian jewellery maker. He trained  in filigree work with David  Andersen during 1889-92 . He went on to open his own silversmith workshop in 1904 in Oslo which became known for its modernist design  esthetic. His son Ivar began working at the company in 1942, eventually taking over the firm in 1950. They produced traditional filigree work, as well as enamel floral brooches in the Fifties and plain silver modernist abstract jewellery in the sixties. The firm used a crossed bench tool stamp before changing to the "A.H.S" stamp for Aksel Holmsen Salg. The company eventually closed in 1971.

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