The “Sun of the Incas” brooch is one of the iconic designs of Lapponia, the Finnish jewelry house celebrated worldwide for its avant-garde, sculptural style. This rare version, crafted in 14kt yellow gold and set with a vivid tourmaline, stands out as a luxurious interpretation of a classic Lapponia design.
The brooch’s textured gold surfaces and abstract form capture light dramatically, symbolizing the radiance of the sun — central to Inca mythology and culture. The addition of the tourmaline stone brings depth and color to the jewel, emphasizing Lapponia’s artistic approach to design.
Lapponia rose to fame in the 1960s and 1970s for jewelry that blurred the line between ornament and sculpture. Pieces like the “Sun of the Incas” reflect not only Scandinavian modernism but also a fascination with ancient civilizations, making them both contemporary and timeless.
This yellow gold and tourmaline brooch is an outstanding piece of Scandinavian art jewelry and a rare treasure for collectors who appreciate the blend of bold design, fine materials, and cultural symbolism.
The “Sun of the Incas” brooch is one of the iconic designs of Lapponia, the Finnish jewelry house celebrated worldwide for its avant-garde, sculptural style. This rare version, crafted in 14kt yellow gold and set with a vivid tourmaline, stands out as a luxurious interpretation of a classic Lapponia design.
The brooch’s textured gold surfaces and abstract form capture light dramatically, symbolizing the radiance of the sun — central to Inca mythology and culture. The addition of the tourmaline stone brings depth and color to the jewel, emphasizing Lapponia’s artistic approach to design.
Lapponia rose to fame in the 1960s and 1970s for jewelry that blurred the line between ornament and sculpture. Pieces like the “Sun of the Incas” reflect not only Scandinavian modernism but also a fascination with ancient civilizations, making them both contemporary and timeless.
This yellow gold and tourmaline brooch is an outstanding piece of Scandinavian art jewelry and a rare treasure for collectors who appreciate the blend of bold design, fine materials, and cultural symbolism.
