A pewter flowerstand in the shape of a tortoise, model no. A 1081, probably 1930s.
Pierced back. Length 14.5 cm, height ca 3 cm. This model is knpwn since ca 1931.
Parts missing.
Employee at Svenskt Tenn.
Thece by descent,
Svenskt Tenn is an exclusive interior design company grounded year 1924 by Estrid Ericson and Nils Fougstedt. Initially the company primarily created products made of tin, but since the 1930s the company has exculated to creating all kinds of interior items. The architect Josef Frank is arguably the person who is most closely associated to the company. His textiles, frameworks, and furniture are today classified as classics. Svenskt Tenn's products are defined by a somber elegance with a colourful, personal formal language.
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