Vtg Modernist Carl Ove Frydensberg Denmark Glass Sterling Silver Bracelet

  

Fresh looking, soft wear is noticeable only on close inspection. Silver setting has a bright patina with minor surface wear, no dents.

Glass has fresh sheen with no chips and light surface wear. Clasp is original and secure.

Made by hand or in small groups of similar styles, vintage jewelry is individualistic with its own special story. Mark shows bracelet was made by Carl Ove Frydensberg in Denmark. Elliptical linsk are domed with a concave surface that catches and casts light beautifully.

Domed glass was made to simulate chrysoprase. Links drape smoothly across wrist for a gently tactile and light feel when worn. Characterized by simplicity and minimalism, the modernist design movement of Nordic countries flourished during the 1950's and remains highly influential today. For jewelry, sterling silver is historically the beloved and central material for their artisanship, with Georg Jensen being a pivotal artistic figure during the early 1900's.

A focus on silver enabled the creation of democratic designs possessing both functionality and beauty. Sculptural and flowing forms were embraced with colorful enameling bringing a complimentary contrast to the silver's modern sheen. A piece of jewelry that has been signed by the designer is immediately of higher value, because it definitively places the work in their oeuvre. This gives the piece a personal history that it might not otherwise have-fixed in place, time, style, and intent. In addition, signed designer pieces indicate that a designer viewed the work as worthy enough to want his or her name to be forever associated with it. This indicates that the piece was made with a concentration on high-quality construction or perhaps trendy or progressive design.

_gsrx_vers_1326 GS 8.4.1 (1326). This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Bracelets & Charms". The seller is "oxfordjewel" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada.

• Brand: Unbranded
• Style: Link
• Type: Bracelet
• Base Metal: Sterling Silver
• Metal: Sterling Silver
• Material: Glass
• Country of Origin: Denmark
• Department: Women
• Jewelry Department: Fine
• Vintage: Yes
• Original/Reproduction: Original