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Silver pendant necklace by Liisa Vitali, made from silver ribbons twisted and spiralled into a design inspired by the paws of a cat, ethereal in expression. The pendant hangs from a slender chain in two hoops.

Designer: Liisa Vitali

Maker: Liisa Vitali

Year: 1960s

Country: Finland

Dimensions: Height 8.5 cm, width 3.5 cm, length of chain 49 cm

Condition: Very good vintage condition consistent with age and use

About the artist: Liisa Vitali was one of Finland’s most important silversmiths, whose progressive and sensual approach to jewelry making contributed to the worldwide breakthrough of Finnish modernist jewelry in the 1960s and 1970s. Vitali is best known for her beautiful ”Ladybird” and ”Lace” series. We present a collection of unique, handmade jewelry that Liisa Vitali created during the late 1960s and early 1970s, that originates from her private estate.