Collection: JACOB TOSTRUP PRYTZ (1886 – 1962)

Jacob Tostrup Prytz was a renowned Norwegian goldsmith, designer and educator who played a significant role in modernizing Norwegian applied arts. He was educated at the prestigious Norwegian National Academy of Craft and Art Industry, where he later served as principal (1934-56), and was further trained in Paris, which influenced his distinctive Art Deco style. Prytz is best known for his innovative jewelry and silverware, merging traditional craftsmanship with modernist design. His enameled jewelry pieces, often featuring bold colors and geometric patterns, remain some of his most celebrated works. He was also instrumental in transforming the family business, J. Tostrup, into a leading modern design house, while serving as its artistic director. His works are exhibited in several prominent institutions like the National Museum in Oslo. While his original pieces are rare, they occasionally appear at specialized auctions and galleries dealing with fine art and historic Norwegian design.