{"product_id":"silver-modernist-earrings-pentti-sarpaneva-turun-hopea","title":"Silver modernist earrings | Pentti Sarpaneva for Turun Hopea","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePair of vintage modernist silver earrings designed by Pentti Sarpaneva, Finland, in the early 1970s. Made by Turun Hopea (Turku Silver) jewelry company. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe earrings have a square open pendants, raised silver domes in the centres. \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDark patina in the deeper parts brings out the relief and gives the earrings the contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePentti Sarpaneva is one of the notable names in Finnish jewellery design of the late 20th century. His pieces often use rough texture, oxidised silver, geometric forms and details inspired by archaic metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese earrings are compact, but visually rich. The open square form keeps them light on the ear, while the layered silver surface gives depth. They work well with simple clothing, black wool, linen, silk, or a plain dress where the shape can be clearly seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner: Pentti Sarpaneva\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Finland\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: early 1970s\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: silver\u003cbr\u003eSilver purity: 813H\u003cbr\u003eDecoration width: 14 mm\u003cbr\u003eDecoration height: 22 mm\u003cbr\u003eFastening: hook earrings\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Finnish modernist jewellery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition. There is natural patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Wearing and Collecting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Pentti Sarpaneva earrings are a fine example of Finnish modernist silver jewellery from the early 1970s. The scale is wearable, but the design has enough presence to stand out. They would suit both a jewellery collection and regular use by someone who likes Nordic silver with character, texture and clear form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turun Hopea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54510519157077,"sku":null,"price":186.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/9383\/1253\/files\/Silver_Earrings_Modernist_Pentti_Sarpaneva_Turun_Hopea_Molna_Vintage.jpg?v=1785583389","url":"https:\/\/www.molnavintage.com\/products\/silver-modernist-earrings-pentti-sarpaneva-turun-hopea","provider":"Molna Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}