Henry Pilstrup
Henry Pilstrup was a Danish jeweler and silversmith who lived and worked in Copenhagen during the mid-20th century. He was born in 1916 and trained as a goldsmith before establishing his own jewelry workshop in the 1940s.
Pilstrup's jewelry designs were characterized by their clean, modern lines and use of simple geometric forms. He often worked with sterling silver and incorporated semi-precious stones such as amethyst and moonstone into his designs. His jewelry was highly influenced by the Scandinavian design movement, which emphasized functionalism, simplicity, and craftsmanship.
Pilstrup was known for his exceptional skill as a craftsman, and his jewelry was highly regarded for its exceptional quality and attention to detail. He won several awards for his work, including a gold medal at the 1958 Brussels World Exposition.
Pilstrup's jewelry designs were characterized by their clean, modern lines and use of simple geometric forms. He often worked with sterling silver and incorporated semi-precious stones such as amethyst and moonstone into his designs. His jewelry was highly influenced by the Scandinavian design movement, which emphasized functionalism, simplicity, and craftsmanship.
Pilstrup was known for his exceptional skill as a craftsman, and his jewelry was highly regarded for its exceptional quality and attention to detail. He won several awards for his work, including a gold medal at the 1958 Brussels World Exposition.
