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Society georg jensen background information on the history and design drafts at the design agency tagwerc in german. Two of georg jensen s sons trained as silversmiths and joined the company. Georg jensen jewelry published in association with the. The son of a blacksmith and born in 1866, georg jensen grew up in a poor family in the little industrial town of raavad north of copenhagen. Richly illustrated, the book provides thorough, detailed coverage of the full range of jensens jewelry. A tradition of splendid silver schiffer book for collectors drucker, janet on. Georg jensen lp usa sterling silver 925 art nouveau flower pin. Georg jensen history the danish silver company georg jensen was founded in 1904 and by the 1920s it had shops all over the world. The flatware patterns of georg jensen 1906 1916 1916 1920 1920 1927 1930 1953 1957 1966 fuschia pattern aka klokke 1906 designed by georg jensen. Georg jensen antique us sterling silver for sale ebay. His artisanal skill and artistic talent combined with his continuous ability to identify and support design talent was the foundation on which he built georg jensen in copenhagen in 1904. Address soren jensen the graham building 30 south 15th street 15 floor, pipeline philadelphia pa. To help make shopping with us safe, seamless and inspiring, you can now book a virtual appointment with our silver specialist at our ny headquarters. Georg arthur jensen was a danish silversmith and founder of georg jensen as contents.
Since 1904 georg jensen has created timeless scandinavian design experiences within jewellery, home decor, silver and accessories. The danish silversmith georg jensen 18661935 first established a worldwide reputation as a designer of flatware, hollowware, and jewelry in the arts and crafts idiom of the early twentieth century, then went on to become a foremost international designer of elegant and refined silver creations in the modernist style. The mystery designers for georg jensen usa june 1, 1996 by ginger moro ginger moro is an author, lecturer and dealer in antiques and vintage jewelry and early 20th century works on paper. A dazzling trove of 250 photos in a new rizzoli book, georg jensen. Georg jensen would concentrate on the artistic side of the business, but probably felt his pride violated when control of the silversmith was thus lost. The philosophy of georg jensen himself was to create democratic designs possessing both functionality and beauty.
An 18k gold linked collier of stylised gingko leaf design. Feb 28, 2002 for all silver dealers, collectors and appraisers, this book should be the reference book on george jensen. This is a page of a small collection of antique silver and objects of vertu, a pages richly illustrated website offering all you need to know about antique silver, sterling silver, silverplate, sheffield plate, electroplate silver, silverware, flatware, tea services and tea complements, marks and hallmarks, articles, books, auction catalogs, famous silversmiths tiffany, gorham, jensen. Smithsonian libraries and archives, natural history building, 10 th st. According to janet druckers book, the beaded pattern was introduced in 1916. Robb report the handsome clothbound tome contains newly commissioned photographs, archival images and essays by murray moss and designer marc newsom. Bard graduate center publishes awardwinning exhibition catalogues, books, and journals focusing on. To help make shopping with us safe, seamless and inspiring, you can now book either an instore appointment or a virtual appointment with our store colleagues via a video call. Discreet brand signatures nod subtly to philips and georg jensen. Tracing the evolution of georg jensen silver from its place in the companys initial emergence through its continuing role as a touchstone for the global identity of danish design, this book examines the creative processes and business practices behind jensens stunning bowls, pitchers, coffee services, and other domestic objects. Sterling silver jewelry and tableware that was sold at the jensen store in new. Seeing and touching these pieces set in the context of their design history was a joy and a gift. Georg jensen texas bookman wholesale remainder books. In addition, you will see a brief item description.
Cactus by georg jensen sterling silver meat fork 2tine 7 78 serving vintage. Georg jensen and the silversmiths sometimes referred to as the georg jensen japanese book. The preeminent luxury silver brand in the world, georg jensen is the. This book from 1988 is out of print and difficult to find.
It consists of more than seventeen thousand islands, including sumatra, java, sulawesi, and parts of borneo and new guinea. Georg jensen has represented quality, craftmanship and timeless aesthetic design for over 100 years. Georg jensen official online shop free gift wrapping. But it is his love for artistic invention, innovation and collaboration which have kept the georg jensen brand at the forefront of every 20th century design movement. Pdf communication perspectives on a luxury brand organization. Gundlachpedersen 1934 ib just andersen 1937 johan rohde 1937 harald nielsen.
Georg jensen s powerful combination of skill, artistic sensibility and innovative spirit made him one of the iconic designers of the 20th century. As well, as a zoom feature for each image to take a closer look. A story of weaving techniques and proud traditions that date back centuries. Mar 24, 2018 georg jensen, considered one of denmarks most famous and influential designers, was born in 1866 in radvaad, a small town north of copenhagen. Sep 16, 2018 ida tells us thats quite rare, and it points to how important this archive is in understanding the history of danish design. Her most recent book, european designer jewelry, explores jewelry in countries in. Browse our fine collection of vintage silver items and gift ideas. Sculptor, painter, architect charles sala, michelangelo. With a history that spans more than 100 years, the georg jensen brand represents quality craftsmanship and timeless aesthetic design, producing lifestyle products ranging from hollowware to watches, jewellery and home products.
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For all silver dealers, collectors and appraisers, this book should be the reference book on george jensen. Ib georg jensen born august 5, 1927, hellerup, denmark, is a danish ceramist, designer and author by the alias muk he is the son of danish silversmith and designer georg arthur jensen 18661935 and his wife magdalene hanna agnes christiansen 18881966. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Inspired by organic forms, this collection explores the curves of georg jensens strong design heritage with the natural curves of nature from the ripples of lakes, to the sun dappled landscape, to cropped views of the jewellery and body. With its long history of exceptional design, georg jensen has been the epitome of. The early books about jensen are in danish,for example georg jensen. Explore all products, collections and offers at the official georg jensen online shop. I agree with brent that this is a very puzzling set of marks. The preeminent luxury silver brand in the world, georg jensen is the essence of. Georg jensen is a sumptuous visual celebration of danish design, and the book. In 1925 georg jensen moved to paris, when he opened a branch of the silversmith, but following year, he returned to copenhagen and reconciled with p.
The large size allows selected works from seven designers to be shown with huge enlargements. Georg jensen was a master craftsman and a true pioneer in the world of sterling silver the iconic work of the master himself, stands as testiment to his skill and vision. Below the gallery you will find a brief writeup on the history of georg jensen. Learn about the history of design and fashion in the united states and europe from the. From your kitchen to your table to your lounge room, every room of your home will benefit from a touch of georg jensen s distinctive elegance.
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