RARE SCANDINAVIAN MODERNIST ICON — ANNA-GRETA EKER “TRE” NECKLACE, NORWAY, CIRCA 1965.
An exceptional museum-worthy find and a true jewel of Nordic modernism. This boxed modernist sterling silver necklace was designed by Anna-Greta Eker for the legendary Norway Designs Plus Studios, circa 1965, and represents everything collectors adore about mid-century Scandinavian jewelry — purity of form, honest materials, and powerful symbolism.
At its heart is the striking “Tre” (Tree) pendant: a sculptural sterling silver open ring from which hangs a rhythmic fringe of dark natural wood discs, each individually linked and free-moving. The contrast is mesmerising — cool, luminous silver paired with warm, organic wood — creating a tactile, architectural composition that feels both ancient and radically modern.
The pendant is suspended from a sleek sterling silver neckring, designed to sit confidently at the collarbone. The clean circular geometry and kinetic fringe give the piece a quiet authority — understated, but undeniably powerful.
Presented in its original Norway Designs Plus Studios box — a rare and highly desirable bonus for collectors.
Anna-Greta Eker is one of the most celebrated designers associated with Norway Designs, the influential collective founded in post-war Oslo to showcase the very best in Norwegian craft and modern design.
Working during the golden age of Scandinavian modernism, Eker became renowned for her ability to merge silver with organic materials such as wood — a bold and deeply Nordic design philosophy rooted in nature, sustainability, and balance.
Pieces by Anna-Greta Eker are increasingly scarce and are now firmly collected as design objects, not just jewelry.
An identical example sold some time ago for $469 (±R7,900)(See last picture), underscoring the growing international demand for authenticated Norway Designs pieces.
Measurements :The collar with a length of 44cm.The pendant with a drop of 11cm x 4.7cm wide.The necklace with a weight of 27 grams.
