MID 20thC NORWEGIAN ART DECO SOLID SILVER & ENAMEL COCKTAIL BEAKERS c.1950
Antique 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco solid silver & enamel set of eight cocktail beakers, Enamel and silver is always such a wonderful combination and when you factor in these are made by Norway's most famous silversmith David Andersen, you have a winning formula. These cocktail cups are achingly stylish - the wonderful guilloche turquoise enamelled bases reflect into the flared conical bowls to create a marine like glow on the surface. As far as I am aware there is not one, let alone eight, of these on the market currently so they are as rare as they are beautiful and would make the most perfect addition to your cocktail cabinet or trolley.
Reference Number: J9272
DESCRIPTION
Antique 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco solid silver & enamel set of eight cocktail beakers, Enamel and silver is always such a wonderful combination and when you factor in these are made by Norway's most famous silversmith David Andersen, you have a winning formula. These cocktail cups are achingly stylish - the wonderful guilloche turquoise enamelled bases reflect into the flared conical bowls to create a marine like glow on the surface.
As far as I am aware there is not one, let alone eight, of these on the market currently so they are as rare as they are beautiful and would make the most perfect addition to your cocktail cabinet or trolley. Andersen founded his company in 1876 and went on to specialise in jewellery and small silverware. he became particularly renowned for his enamelled work, taking inspiration from nature, and his company continues to operate today as the leading jeweller in Norway. His larger pieces, and barware in particular are highly sought after and prized by collectors around the globe.
CONDITION
In Great Condition - One cup with a minor flaking loss on he enamel which is barely noticeable.
SIZE
Height: 7cm
Diameter: 6cm
Combined Weight: 560 grams