Volmer Bahner (1912–1995) was a Danish jewelry designer and silversmith who produced vintage enamel jewelry.
He founded his own workshop in Copenhagen, Denmark.
He registered his jewelry company, Volmer Bahner & Co, in 1962, and it operated until 1988.
He became famous for his silver products with guilloche enamel. The enamel colors varied, with his favorite colors being blue, white, and deep red.
He also produced items with non-pictorial, non-figurative designs in the Art Deco style.
Brand name: the initials Bahner (VB), followed by the words STERLING, DENMARK.
The company ceased to exist in 2004.
Motifs of hearts and animals, including butterflies and fish. They were made in different configurations for different parts of the body.
Floral pieces with guilloche enamel, such as the calla lily, were made in a variety of colors.
Simple, non-figurative designs in the Art Deco style.
Many pieces were intended for young girls, so rings, bracelets and necklaces were often small.
Collections
Brooches, earrings, bracelets and necklaces with designs inspired by nature.
Geometric necklaces with modernist patterns in sterling silver, decorated with guilloche enamel. For example, a necklace with 34 geometric elements with a toggle lock.
