{"product_id":"juhani-vuorisalmi-modernist-pendant-necklace-1970s","title":"Juhani Vuorisalmi | Modernist Pendant Necklace, 1970s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"62\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"62\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"158\"\u003eModernist metal pendant necklace by Finnish designer Juhani Vuorisalmi, dating from the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"394\"\u003eThe pendant has a strong sculptural look: open circular cutouts, textured metal, rounded bead details and four small moving drops below. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"406\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"406\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"691\"\u003eThe design feels architectural and ornamental at the same time. The main pendant is shaped like a rounded shield or stylised fan, pierced with circles of different sizes. The cutouts make the piece lighter visually, while the textured surface gives it depth and a handmade character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eAlong the upper edge there is a row of raised metal beads. Below, five articulated drops hang freely and add gentle movement when worn. The contrast between the rough patterned surface and smooth rounded details is especially effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"943\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"943\"\u003eDesigner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003eJuhani Vuorisalmi is known for Finnish modernist jewellery of the 1970s, often using bold forms, textured metal and sculptural construction. This pendant fits that period well, with its strong graphic shape and handmade finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eDesigner: Juhani Vuorisalmi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eCountry: Finland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003ePeriod: 1970s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003eMaterial: metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eStyle: Finnish modernist jewellery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003ePendant height: 8.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eChain length: 62 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eExcellent vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003eI see no visible traces of use. The metal surface has an attractive aged tone, consistent with the original character of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eFor Collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003eA distinctive Finnish modernist necklace with strong presence, good scale and detailed metalwork. It works both as wearable jewellery and as a small design object from the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Juhani Vuorisalmi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54278188335445,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/9383\/1253\/files\/Juhani_Vuorisalmi_Modernist_Pendant_Necklace_Beads_Molna_Vintage.jpg?v=1783064490","url":"https:\/\/www.molnavintage.com\/products\/juhani-vuorisalmi-modernist-pendant-necklace-1970s","provider":"Molna Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}