Rare David Andersen Norway Gilt Sterling Silver & Enamel Viking Rock Carving Brooch Circa 1950's

Measurements: 2.55"W x 1.25"H (6.48cm x 3.18cm) 

Markings: Rock-Carving From Norway 1000-500 B.C. D-A Norway Sterling 925S Nora G.

Weight: 24.7g

Stunning craftsmanship and detailing in this gorgeous large brooch designed by Nora Gulbrandsen for the iconic David Andersen. Brooch is 18k gold over sterling silver and guilloche enamel in rich colors of green, black and yellow. Brooch depicts an ancient rock carving found in Norway between 1000-500 B.C. The brooch is in superb condition, with no damage to the enamel of any kind and the gilding is crisp and bright. It literally looks almost new! 

Mannequin is a life-size torso representation

Nora Gulbrandsen (1894-1978) was one of Norway's most prominent porcelain designers of the 20th Century, who, for a period of time in the late 1950's and early 1960's produced a small scale production of handmade jewelry for David Andersen. - Bio courtesy of the book "Northern Lights - The Beauty of the Forgotten Scandinavian Enamel Jewelry Artists" by Lois Olson and Dwight Olson