Raremcm Kaija Aarikka Modernist Wood Ball Chain Swag Statement Necklace Finland

  

RAREMCM KAIJA AARIKKA MODERNIST WOOD BALL CHAIN SWAG STATEMENT NECKLACE FINLAND. Stunning statement necklace by well known Modernist artist, Kaija Aarikka of Finland circa 1960s to the early 1970s. The necklace features dyed red Birch wood balls on an antiqued metal with rolo swag chains finished with a wooden toggle. The necklace measures 19" with a 4 1/4" X 4 1/4 pendant.

The "chain" is comprised of a double row of 3/8 beads. The piece has a 4 1/8" W X 1/8" H central bar finding with a long C clasp pin to hold it secure to a garment. One of the nicest and most elaborate Aarikka designs that I have represented. Marked Aarikka and Finland on the back of the swag bar.