August Hollming
August Hollming was a Finnish jeweler who established his own jewelry workshop in Helsinki in 1908. He is considered one of the most important jewelry designers of the Finnish Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods.
Hollming's designs are characterized by their flowing, organic forms and use of natural motifs, such as flowers, leaves, and birds. He was also known for his use of colored gemstones, enamel, and semi-precious materials, such as pearls and coral.
One of Hollming's most famous designs is the "Hanhikivi" brooch, which depicts a swan swimming in water. This brooch won a gold medal at the 1900 World's Fair in Paris and was later acquired by the Finnish National Museum.
Hollming's work was heavily influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement, which emphasized traditional craftsmanship and the use of natural forms and materials. He also drew inspiration from the Finnish landscape and the country's folklore and mythology.
August Hollming's jewelry is highly sought after by collectors and is considered an important part of Finnish design history. His designs are still highly regarded for their innovative use of materials and the intricate beauty of their craftsmanship.
Hollming's designs are characterized by their flowing, organic forms and use of natural motifs, such as flowers, leaves, and birds. He was also known for his use of colored gemstones, enamel, and semi-precious materials, such as pearls and coral.
One of Hollming's most famous designs is the "Hanhikivi" brooch, which depicts a swan swimming in water. This brooch won a gold medal at the 1900 World's Fair in Paris and was later acquired by the Finnish National Museum.
Hollming's work was heavily influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement, which emphasized traditional craftsmanship and the use of natural forms and materials. He also drew inspiration from the Finnish landscape and the country's folklore and mythology.
August Hollming's jewelry is highly sought after by collectors and is considered an important part of Finnish design history. His designs are still highly regarded for their innovative use of materials and the intricate beauty of their craftsmanship.
