Georg Jensen, a pair of Danish sterling silver candlesticks, modell no 264, Copenhagen after 1945.

A pair of Danish sterling silver candlesticks, modell no 264, Copenhagen after 1945.

Decor of grapes, twisted leg on a round foot. The model was designed in 1926. Height 29.7 cm. Weight together approximately 2811 g.

Literature

Janet Drucker and William Drucker, “Georg Jensen: 20th Century Designs”, New York 2002. Compare ill. at p. 30, catalogue no F-210.
Lise Funder, "Danish Silver 20th Century", 2004. Original drawing of the model depicted and mentioned on p. 60.

More information

The Grape candlesticks
As with many creations from Georg Jensen, the Grape candlesticks embody the Art Nouveau style, distinguished by flowing, decorative lines, organic shapes and flora and fauna details, all executed in finely crafted, high-quality materials. First introduced in 1918, the Grape motif became one of Georg Jensen’s defining designs and contributed to his reputation as a world-famous silver designer. His beautiful bowls, candlesticks, beakers and other objects in this series are highly popular collector's items.
The pair of candlesticks included in this auction, catalog number 505, was originally designed in 1926. Beneath the small grape clusters, an intricate floral pattern emerges. This refined detail is also hand-crafted by the chaser, using exceptionally fine punches.
The candle holders are supported by the slender twisted stem which stands on the round base. The grape ornaments are meticulously placed and give the model both its exquisite shape and its name.

More about Georg Jensen

Georg Jensen was a Danish silversmith and designer. Jensen studied at the Royal Danske Kunstakademie in Copenhagen, specializing in sculpture. Before starting his own company, he worked at the Bing & Grøndal porcelain factory. He founded his silver atelier in 1904 and created many works in Art Nouveau style. The company Georg Jensen Sølvsmedie opened a branch on Fifth Avenue in New York City in 1924. The company has often had designers attached to it, such as Sigvard Bernadotte, Arne Jacobsen and Verner Panton. During the 1960s and 1970s, sculpturally designed jewelery and wristwatches were included, designed by, among others, Vivianna Bülow-Hübe. Georg Jensen has always sold high-quality silverware with unique designs. Clean and timeless aesthetics are the company's hallmark.

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