Modernist Brooch by Georg Jensen, Denmark
Modernist enamel brooch by Georg Jensen, designed by Henning Koppel, Denmark, 1956
Modernist enamel brooch by Georg Jensen, designed by Henning Koppel, Denmark, 1956
Modernist enamel brooch by Georg Jensen, designed by Henning Koppel, Denmark, 1956
A black enamel brooch of pierced abstract form, the reverse marked ‘GEORG JENSEN’, ‘DENMARK’, ‘STERLING’ for sterling silver, ‘323’ and ‘HK’ for Henning Koppel.
Georg Jensen (1866-1935) trained as a goldsmith and sculptor before establishing his own workshop in Copenhagen in 1904. He was influenced by nature and form, and his business (named after him) created highly original jewellery and silverware, which in turn pioneered 20th century Scandinavian design. The company continues to exist and is still internationally recognised today.
Henning Koppel (1918-1981) was a significant 20th century Danish sculptor and designer who joined Georg Jensen in 1945, a collaboration that lasted the rest of his career. His silver work is famous for its abstract and sculptural qualities which won him many awards.
Dimensions:
Width 6cm
Height 6cm
Weight 28.8g