Astri Holthe Norway Sterling Silver Long Abstract Mod Pendant Necklace 1960's

Astri Holthe Norway Sterling Silver Long Abstract Mod Pendant Necklace 1960's                  Measurements: Pendant: 2.6"L x 1.4"W (6.60cm x 3.56cm)  Chain: 23.5"L (59.69cm)            Markings: H 925  Weight: 13.1g A lovely and ornately designed long sterling silver pendant by the incomparable Astri Holthe. I have paired it with an extra long chain for a more dramatic look. Overall the set is in excellent condition with no damage of any kind.  Mannequin is a life-size torso representation  Astri Holthe (1917-1998) Astri Holthe was the daughter of the goldsmith Emil Ager-Wick and she followed in his footsteps and became a goldsmith. She started out small with jewelry after her own design. She registered the company in 1943. At the time it was difficult for the women to get jewelry.Just after the war there was great shortage of materials, but Astri Holthe used the time to travel out in search of inspiration for new methods and materials. She brought the ideas and contacts home with her