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A sterling
new study of the exquisite designs of Danish
silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) and the
company is yours with Georg Jensen: A Tradition
of Splendid Silver. Over 735 photographs
illustrate much of the stunning jewelry, hollowware,
and flatware designed and produced from 1904
to the present. One of the most talented, original,
and influential silversmiths of the 20th century,
Jensen's life and the company he founded are
thoroughly researched, exploring his place within
the late 19th century arts scene, his training
as a sculptor and silversmith, the establishment
of his own workshop, and its expansion into
an international company. One thing that will
prove very useful to collectors and dealers
in understanding Jensen product are the photo
captions which include all Jensen design numbers
that were stamped on their items of jewelry
and hollowware, along with the trademarks and
other marks on the back and bottoms of the pieces.
All Jensen jewelry and hollowware items were
so marked except for special-order pieces, and
much of the earliest flatware was also marked
in this way. The contributions of many gifted
designers who worked for the company are discussed
in detail, and interpretation of the marks used
on Jensen silver is provided which makes this
book of particular interest to owners of Georg
Jensen silver, artists, silversmiths, designers,
curators, and art dealers. Author Janet Drucker
is an internationally respected expert on Jensen
silver and a dealer in 20th century jewelry
and accessories in New York City.
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