Decorative Arts Auction

June 19, 2013

LOT 45

Lot 45

Danish Silver ‘Old Danish’ Pattern Flatware Service, Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen, Copenhagen, 20th century

Danish Silver ‘Old Danish’ Pattern Flatware Service, Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen, Copenhagen, 20th century
Lot 45 Details
Danish Silver ‘Old Danish’ Pattern Flatware Service, Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen, Copenhagen, 20th century

comprising one hundred and fourteen pieces:
12 dinner knives
12 dinner forks
12 luncheon knives
11 luncheon forks
12 dessert spoons
12 pastry forks
13 tea spoons
11 coffee spoons
12 tea knives
pair of salad servers
large serving spoon
large serving fork
pickle fork
cheese knife
butter knife

123.5 oz. — 3842 grams

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $4,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Property from the Estate of Robertson Davies; Toronto; engraved with Davies family crest

CONDITION DETAILS

All engraved with dragon and ladder (Robertson Davies) family crest; substantially in good condition; all well marked

LOT 45
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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