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All auctions / Jewelry & Gems / Unworn Vintage Necklace by Theodor Fahrner, ca. 1955
Fahrner jewellery from Pforzheim occupies a special place in the history of Art Nouveau and Art Deco jewellery. For Theodor Fahrner and later his successor Gustav Braendle knew better than almost any other modern jewellery manufacturer how to make artistically convincing designs and quality workmanship the hallmark of their brooches, necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Theodor Fahrner made artists' jewellery affordable by combining modern forms with democratic materials. He did not create individual pieces for a small elite like Lalique or Cartier, but the designs were mass-produced in silver, decorated with enamel, marcasites and occasionally precious stones. Jewellers and department stores throughout Europe sold the jewellery, which Fahrner advertised extensively in journals and magazines: "Fahrner jewellery - based on designs by the best artists" allowed every woman to participate in a modern life full of beauty. Sales representatives with large sample cases presented the new products developed in Pforzheim to local jewellers. One such sample case full of unworn Fahrner jewellery had lain untouched in an attic for the last 40 years or more until we were able to purchase it. It contained samples of almost all series from about 1919 until the dissolution of the company in 1979, most of them with a model number or the "Original Fahrner" seal. Therefore, the necklace presented here is also unworn and therefore shows in best condition - together with the old item number. The centerpiece of the necklace shows seven grooved links. These links are reminiscent of small abstract water lily pads and appear playful and elegant at the same time. Pod-shaped links lead over to the lobster clasp. The piece of jewellery shows the typical design language of the Midcentury with gentle sweeps and elegant detailed shapes. The necklace is made of silver that has been gold plated. A wonderful overview of the wealth of designs is offered in the catalogue "TTheodor Fahrner. Schmuck zwischen Avantgarde und Tradition", edited by Brigitte Leonhardt and Dieter Zühlsdorff, Stuttgart 2005. Discover all the other pieces of Fahrner jewellery we offer at this site.
Estimate:$566.61
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