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May 2007 Fine Art & Antiques Auction

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578. Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Compote in the Grape Motif

Designed by Georg Jensen in 1918, this Fruit Bowl No. 263 stands approx. 7-1/2"T with a 7-3/16" diameter bowl. Correctly hallmarked on bottom. Flared base with twirling stem surmounted by a round bowl, adorned with hanging grapes. The compote weighs approx. 19.5 troy oz. This is one of the most popular pieces of hollowware that Jensen designed; it was originally made in four sizes. An example of Compote No. 263 is held in the collection of The National Swedish Art Museum, Stockholm.



1,500/2,500   Sold $3,450.00
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