Selling FORK and SPOON (DEMITASSE) – Guilloche enamel – Guttorm Ganges – David Andersen of Norway (1940’s)

DESIGN Sterling silver; reddish-orange guilloche enamel with fine selling lines on spoon bowl (back) and flower design (end of handles)

SIZE
Fork 4 1/4" l x 3/8” w
Spoon 3 3/4" l x 3/4" w

CONDITION Mint; no scratches, chips or cracks on enamel or silver; found in original packaging / boxes
MARK “‘D-A, Norway, 925 S”

PRICE $125 / set

NOTES
Run by fourth-generation family members today, David Andersen of Norway was founded in 1876 and quickly became an iconic standard of gold and silversmithing in Christiania (now Oslo) by maintaining quality and high workmanship standards over the years. In 1901, Arthur Andersen, David's son, introduced the enamel engraving technique in which a pattern is overlayed on the original gold and silver pieces. These enameled guilloche jewelry pieces remain a recognizable hallmark of the company and are highly collectible. Over the last century, the company has embraced the artistic trends while producing some of the most highly regarded and sought Norwegian modernist jewelry.

Designer Guttorm Gagnes worked for David Andersen from 1927-1952 and then continued working as a freelance designer. This extremely rare and beautifully preserved guilloche enamel 2-prong cocktail fork and demitasse spoon set was produced by David Andersen in the late 1940s.

Since purchased from the vendor in the 1950's, these David Andersen pieces have been stored in their original boxes and show some tarnished areas consistent with age and gentle rare cleaning. Seller has multiple styles and quantities of new “old inventory” so pleasemint
visit Needmore Treasures or contact seller for more information.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Vintage / mid-century items were purchased new and offered for sale in a home craft / design shop in the 1960s-1970s. Original owner stored items securely in non-smoking, no pet home environment. Mint condition; all measurements are approximate. Shipping in 3-5 business days by USPS priority service for most items and parcel service for larger items. Free domestic shipping only; international shipping costs and fees are responsibility of customer.