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Large Antique Norwegian Norse Silver Dragonstil Brooch
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Large Antique Norwegian Norse Silver Dragonstil Brooch

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 December 2024 · Corvidae Antique
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An incredible large solid silver brooch in dragestil “dragon style” - an architectural and design style which came out of Norway during the Arts and Crafts era (1880s-1910) and was a type of Norse Revival of early Medieval and Viking era motifs. This is a beautifully detailed and crisply defined early piece, with two entwined dragon/serpent beasts. You can find examples which originate later into the 20th century but they are much less fine and often cast in pewter rather than silver.

The brooch is not signed; it's akin to pieces by master Norwegian jewellers Marius Hammer, Astri Holthe and Henrik Moller, it's certainly the work of a fantastic craftsperson!

SIZE: Approximately 5cm diameter.

WEIGHT: 16.1g.

MATERIALS: 830 silver.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: Stamped 830 with a crown.

CONDITION: Excellent antique condition. We have not overpolished so as to preserve the brooch's unique patina.

ERA: Estimated Arts and Crafts (c.1880s-1910).

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Corvidae Antique has dated this Norwegian Silver Brooch to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1111513
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Description
An incredible large solid silver brooch in dragestil “dragon style” - an architectural and design style which came out of Norway during the Arts and Crafts era (1880s-1910) and was a type of Norse Revival of early Medieval and Viking era motifs.
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This is a beautifully detailed and crisply defined early piece, with two entwined dragon/serpent beasts.
Corvidae Antique

You can find examples which originate later into the 20th century but they are much less fine and often cast in pewter rather than silver.

fig 1. An intricate circular silver brooch featuring interlocking dragon motifs and traditional Norse interlace patterns.
fig 1. Large Antique Norwegian Norse Silver Dragonstil Brooch

The brooch is not signed; it's akin to pieces by master Norwegian jewellers Marius Hammer, Astri Holthe and Henrik Moller, it's certainly the work of a fantastic craftsperson!

SIZE: Approximately 5cm diameter.

fig 2. An intricate circular silver brooch featuring interlocking dragon motifs and traditional Norse interlace patterns.
fig 2. Large Antique Norwegian Norse Silver Dragonstil Brooch

WEIGHT: 16.1g.

MATERIALS: 830 silver.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: Stamped 830 with a crown.

CONDITION: Excellent antique condition. We have not overpolished so as to preserve the brooch's unique patina.

ERA: Estimated Arts and Crafts (c.1880s-1910).

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this Norwegian Silver Brooch to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1111513
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An intricate circular silver brooch featuring interlocking dragon motifs and traditional Norse interlace patterns.
Large Antique Norwegian Norse Silver Dragonstil Brooch
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An intricate circular silver brooch featuring interlocking dragon motifs and traditional Norse interlace patterns.
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  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsDragonstil interlace, Zoomorphic animal heads, Beaded wire granulation, Geometric zigzag borders
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Dragonstil is a late nineteenth-century romantic nationalism art movement in Norway, heavily inspired by Viking Age wood carvings, stave church ornamentation, and traditional Norse mythology.

These pieces are typically handcrafted from high-grade sterling or 830 standard silver, often featuring hand-chased details, granulation, and oxidised finishes to accentuate the intricate interlace patterns.

Authentic pieces generally feature period hallmarks, traditional pin mechanisms such as a C-clasp or tubular hinge, and signs of genuine age-related patination within the recessed areas of the silver.

This type of statement accessory can be worn pinned to heavy woollen garments, structured jackets, and scarves, or alternatively mounted in a shadow box frame as a miniature sculpture for a library or study.

Preservation requires minimal intervention to maintain the historic patina; soft microfibre cloths should be used for gentle dusting, avoiding harsh chemical dips that strip the characteristic oxidisation from the recessed details.
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