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Necklace ”Pieces by the sea”

Maria Elmqvist (1957 - )

Artist/Maker

Designed and made by: Maria Elmqvist (1957 - )

DatesDesigned: Designed 1993

Material / Technique

Gold, silver, various stones

DimensionsMått 14,5 cm

Inventory numberNMK 28/1994

AcqusitionGift 1994 Nationalmusei Vänner, Bengt Julin Fund

Other titlesTitle (sv): Halssmycke "Havsverk" Title (en): Necklace ”Pieces by the sea”

DescriptionDescription: Beach finds of shells, shaped for a long time by the abrasion of the waves, inspired Maria Elmqvist to create this necklace. Her “find” has been made in a variety of materials: mother of pearl, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise, chrysoprase, cultured pearls, onyx and green agate. The necklet does not have any front or back.

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