{"title":"Pekka Piekäinen","description":"\u003cp\u003eWas a notable Finnish modernist jewelry designer, best known for his work in sterling silver during the 1970s–1980s. Key career highlights\u003cbr\u003eHead Designer at Auran Kultaseppä (1971–1989)\u003cbr\u003eHe served as chief designer and artistic director, playing a major role in shaping the company’s design identity during Finland’s modernist silver era.\u003cbr\u003eWork during peak Finnish modernism\u003cbr\u003eHis designs reflect classic Scandinavian principles:\u003cbr\u003eClean, minimal lines\u003cbr\u003eOrganic \/ nature-inspired forms\u003cbr\u003eStrong emphasis on form over ornamentation\u003cbr\u003eInternational collaborations\u003cbr\u003eHe designed watches and worked with major brands including:\u003cbr\u003eOmega\u003cbr\u003eTissot\u003cbr\u003eLanco\u003cbr\u003eGlobal recognition\u003cbr\u003eFirst Nordic jeweler to have pieces sold at Tiffany \u0026amp; Co.\u003cbr\u003eHis work reached high-profile clients, including Princess Diana\u003cbr\u003eFounder of Platinoro (1991)\u003cbr\u003eAfter leaving Auran Kultaseppä, he established his own company, continuing his design legacy.\u003cbr\u003eAuran Kultaseppä is one of Finland’s oldest silver manufacturers.\u003cbr\u003ePiekäinen’s pieces for the company are typically:\u003cbr\u003eMarked “Finland” + company hallmark (often crown\/eagle motifs)\u003cbr\u003eMade primarily in sterling silver (925)\u003cbr\u003eProduced mainly in the 1970s–mid 1980s\u003cbr\u003eHis work from this period includes:\u003cbr\u003eRings (often sculptural or geometric)\u003cbr\u003ePendants and necklaces\u003cbr\u003eBracelets and bangles\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces are now considered collectible Scandinavian modernist jewelry\u003cbr\u003eMost desirable pieces:\u003cbr\u003e1970s sterling silver designs\u003cbr\u003eBold geometric rings and pendants\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/trendy-mcm-home.myshopify.com\/en-nl\/collections\/pekka-piekainen.oembed","provider":"Trendy Modern Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}