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KITTELSEN, GRETE PRYTZ THE ART OF ENAMEL DESIGN.

Author: Gilje, Karianne Bjellås ed
Year: 2012
Country or State of Origin: New York

Within the pages of this book are over five hundred photographs that document Grete Prytz Kittelsen’s works as a designer of holloware. Displayed in brilliant color are hundreds of unique items, including bowls, dishes, plates, and vases. Accompanying these brilliant photographs are text from leading Norwegian design scholars.

Language: English
Pages: 288
Illustrations: 535 Color Illustrations. 136 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 11“ x10“
Binding: Hardbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
Edition:
Weight:
3.00
ISBN: 9.78039E+12
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl. Index. Bio. Cat. of exh.


Code: 6674
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Latest

Price: $75.00

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KITTELSEN, GRETE PRYTZ - EMALJEKUNST OG DESIGN (Enamel Art and Design).

Author: Jan-Lauritz Opstad
Year: 1978
Country or State of Origin: Norway

Grete Prytz Kittelsen is a prominent Norwegian artist who specializes in enameling on precious metals. The works in this catalogue present her new and innovative approach to enameling from the 1949’s to the present. The four areas of enamel production that Grete Prytz Kittelsen is known for are explained here. By viewing her beautiful pieces which range from bowls, vases, and plates, to jewelry, it is easy to understand why this artist has received many international awards and prizes, some of which include the Lunning Prize and Milan Triennial. Many of her pieces were in production at David Andersen.

Language: Norwegian/ English
Pages: 72
Illustrations: 4 Color Illustrations. 21 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 7 1/2“ x 5“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
Edition:
Weight:
0.50
ISBN: 8271430106
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl. Bio.


Code: 2365
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $19.50

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Koppel, Henning: HENNING KOPPELS VERDEN (The World of Henning Koppel).

Author: Kaiser, Niels-Jørgen
Year: 2000
Country or State of Origin: Denmark

A stunning book by artist-biographer Niels-Jørgen Kaiser, on the life and work of master silversmith Henning Koppel. Kaiser takes care to outline Koppel’s entire life, including his early travels with his very liberal family, his work with renowned Georg Jensen, and, later in life, his adoption of new materials such as porcelain and glass. Photographer Piotr Topperzer captures the full range of Koppel’s beautiful work in exquisite photographs, while numerous black and white photographs also provide insight into his intriguing family life.

Language: Danish
Pages: 120
Illustrations: 48 Color Illustrations. 42 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 10 1/2“ x 8 1/2“
Binding: Hardbound w/ jacket
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
Edition:
Weight:
1.75
ISBN: 8700463582
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl.


Code: 4131
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $55.00

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MEHUS, KONRAD FORM FOLLOWS FICTION. JEWELLERY AND OBJECTS / FORM FØLGJER FIKSJON. SMYKKE OG OBJEKT.

Author: Veiteberg, Jorunn ed. Enstad, Ola and Skre, Arnhild
Year: 2012
Country or State of Origin: Germany

The first comprehensive monograph of the groundbreaking jewelry artist Konrad Mehus, who ironically and profoundly translates social and political everyday subjects into impressive, narrative jewelry objects.

Language: English/ Norwegian
Pages: 208
Illustrations: 156 Color Illustrations. 0 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 10“ x 7“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
Edition:
Weight:
1.00
ISBN: 9.7839E+12
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bio.


Code: 6718
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Latest

Price: $70.00

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NILSSON, WIWEN SILVERSMEDEN (The Silversmith Wiwen Nilsson).

Author: Holmquist, Kersti
Year: 1990
Country or State of Origin: Sweden

The Goldsmith Workshop, which Wiwen Nilsson took over in 1927 had traditions going back to the18th century. The illustrations show exquisitely crafted silver holloware, flatware, jewelry, decorative pieces, sculptures etc. Essays: “ ˜Before 1848 with the craftsmen Johan Petter Hasselgren and Anders Nilsson’,Wiwen Nilsson before 1930: “ ˜Childhood and Education’, Lund; “ ˜The Göteborg exhibition; Paris 1924-25’, “ ˜Lund 1925-1929’, “ ˜ Wiwen Nilsson 1930-1974’, “ ˜The Stockholm Exhibition 1930’, etc.

Language: Swedish
Pages: 246
Illustrations: 74 Color Illustrations. 257 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 10“ x 9“
Binding: Clothbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
Edition:
Weight:
2.75
ISBN: 9187054094
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bio.


Code: 0288
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $95.00

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NORDIC JEWELLERY.

Author: Lars Dybdahl, Marianne Aav, Adalsteinn Ingolfsson, et. al
Year: 1995
Country or State of Origin: Denmark

This book documents the first Nordic Jewelry Triennale, a travelling exhibition in Nordic countries. Comprehensive articles of the history or jewelry previous to each section featuring striking full page color photographs of exquisitely crafted contemporary jewelry from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden are presented. Artists include Tone Vigeland, Toril Bjorg, Maria Elmqvist, Kim Buck, Ari Turunen, Larissa Vanninen, Peter Rust, Peter de Wit, and many others of first rank, internationally renown. This is a magnificently produced book that belongs in the library of all with an interest in contemporary jewelry.

Language: Danish/ Finnish/ Icelandic/ Norwegian/ Swedish/ En
Pages: 256
Illustrations: 163 Color Illustrations. 50 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 10“ x 9“
Binding: Clothbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Wrought Iron/Enamel Survey
Edition:
Weight:
2.75
ISBN: 8717065852
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bios.


Code: 2070
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $99.50

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NORSK 1700 TALLS SØLV (Norwegian 1700s Silver).

Author: Ingvar Aabrek Klingenberg
Year: 1984
Country or State of Origin: Norway

The 1700’s were an extraordinary period in the development of Norwegian silver, characterized by graceful shapes and flowing designs, (many times with the ornate flourishes of filigree). This book features teapots and services, cutlery, candlesticks, drinking vessels, and an interesting chapter on the personal jewelry of the period. Information about makers’ marks is provided, making this a book as much for the silver collector as for the lover of silver.

Language: Norwegian
Pages: 80
Illustrations: 4 Color Illustrations. 128 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 8“ x 5“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Wrought Iron/Enamel Survey
Edition:
Weight:
0.50
ISBN: 8270030465
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl.


Code: 2648
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $24.50

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NORSKE SØLVSKJEER (Norwegian Silver Spoons).

Author: Jorunn Fossberg
Year: 1974
Country or State of Origin: Norway

Whether you were born with a silver spoon in your mouth or not, the collector of silver will be interested in this comprehensive look at hand-made Norwegian silver spoons, from the oldest examples of the art which date before 1600, through 1700’s and 1800’s, with reference to the major movements: Rococo, Empire, Biedermeyer, and much more. Detailed information is provided about makers’ stamps and the history of these beautiful objects.

Language: Norwegian
Pages: 79
Illustrations: 148 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 8“ x 5“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Wrought Iron/Enamel Survey
Edition:
Weight:
0.50
ISBN: 8270030376
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl.


Code: 2649
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $32.50

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NY NORSK GULLSMED KUNST (New Norwegian Goldsmith Art).

Author: Opstad, Jan-Lauritz
Year: 1983
Country or State of Origin: Norway

Here are the best examplese of Norwegian goldsmith art of this century. Chapters include: The Establishment of the Art, The 1920s - Jacob Prytz and his students, 1930s - functionalism, 1940s - War and the lack of materials,1950s - Scandinavian design, 1960s - New proofs, 1970s - Art Works. 1980s - New Tendencies. Featuring objects made by Grete Prytz Kittelsen (enamels), and many objects from David Andersen, ranging from some very exciting jewelry, to decorative objects such as clocks, teapots, and picture frames. This is a book for the collector and lover of fine gold and silversmith art.

Language: Norwegian
Pages: 88
Illustrations: 4 Color Illustrations. 106 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 8“ x 5“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Wrought Iron/Enamel Survey
Edition:
Weight:
0.50
ISBN: 8270030392
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous:


Code: 2408
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $39.50

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OHLSSON, OLLE SILVER & GOLD / SILVER & GULD.

Author: Gunnar Brusewitz and Anne-Marie Ericsson
Year: 1991
Country or State of Origin: Sweden

This fascinating book takes the reader into silver & goldsmith Olle Ohlssons world of fantasy through generous color illustrations of silver & gold sculptures, holloware, hats, cane handles with inlaid stones, and other beautifully crafted items.

Language: Swedish/ English
Pages: 159
Illustrations: 75 Color Illustrations. 14 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 12“ x 9“
Binding: Clothbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
Edition:
Weight:
2.00
ISBN: 91123456789
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bio. Cat. of exh.


Code: 0287
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $39.50

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