This is a Georg Jensen Salt Cellar and Spoon in Jensen’s famous “Cactus” pattern. The cactus pattern was designed by Gundorph Albertus, and has proved one of Jensen’s most popular silver designs. The salt cellar has a green enameled interior and measures. 2 ½ x 1 ¾ inches. The spoon measures 2 ½ inches long. On the base of the salt cellar it is stamped with dotted oval GEORG JENSEN STERLING DENMARK # 30. On the back of the spoon it is stamped dotted oval GEORG JENSEN and STERLING DENMARK. After training, education and a career in sculpting, Jensen was able to open his own silversmith workshop in 1904. He was apprenticed to a goldsmith in 1880, allowing him to receive training in drawing, perspective and ceramics. Jensens dream was to be a sculptor, so he trained at a sculptor workshop, was accepted as a sculpture student and completed this training in 1892. After working as a silversmith in a store, he opened his own workshop in 1904. Jensen had discovered the market for his sleek, simple pieces was larger than anyone had expected. His business grew quickly in different parts of Europe and a branch was even opened in New York City. By 1935, Jensen had branches all over the world and carried over 3,000 patterns. His work also won international recognition through exhibitions in other parts of Europe. With his previous training and education in fine arts, Georg Jensen was able to revive the tradition of an artist craftsman. Our award winning sister store, Renaissance Fine Jewelry, is located a couple doors away on Main Street. We are Northern New England’s premier source of fine antiques, estate and contemporary jewelry. Our staff is passionate about estate jewelry and antiques and can answer any questions you have. Follow us on our other social media platforms. Facebook and Instagram : Renaissance Fine Jewelry. Thank you for visiting our store! The item “Georg Jensen Salt Cellar & Spoon Cactus Pattern” is in sale since Tuesday, December 18, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Sterling Silver (.925)\Salt Cellars”. The seller is “renaissancefineantiquesofnewengland” and is located in Brattleboro, Vermont. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada.
- Pattern: Cactus
- Brand: Georg Jensen
- Type: Salt Cellars
