6 Danish VB Sterling Enameled Volmer Bahner Demitasse Tea Coffee Spoons & Box

Description

Set of six vintage Volmer Bahner sterling silver and multicolor guilloche enamel coffee spoons, finished in a bright brass tone, handles decorated with leafing vines. Includes case.

""Volmer Bahner (1912-1995) was a multi-disciplined designer and artist from Denmark. He studied at the Industrial Arts and Crafts College receiving several awards and scholarships. After graduating in 1930 he became know for his sculptural works. He created various busts in bronze and ceramics. Many of these were represented at the Danish Museum of Art and Design. Volmer Bahner was also renowned for beautiful silver and enamel jewellery . He started a specialist enamel jewellery company which was registered from 1962 to 1988. His innovative modernist and nature inspired designs were created and manufactured in his own silver workshop . Bahner took inspiration from the plants and flowers in the Danish countryside. He produced beautiful pieces including the cala lily. This was made in several colour variations including a variety of blues, deep red, and white. The design was used for necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and brooches. He also produced Art Deco style jewellery in simple non figurative designs. Well known and easily recognisable Volmer Bahner pieces are his heart and animal motifs including fish and butterflies. These were made in different arrangements. His jewellery signature is his initials VB, generally accompanied by STERLING DENMARK.""

Condition

Good Overall - Some tarnish; chip to enamel on one spoon

Dimensions

3.75” x 0.75” / Combined Weight - 73.1 g (Length x Width)