miércoles, 6 de febrero de 2013
TWO JENS QUISGAART CANDEL HOLDERS IN FREAK HANSEN
Jens Quistgaard (1919-2008) was the son of sculptor Harald Quistgaard. The elder Quistgaard trained his son as a sculptor at an early age. At the same time, the young Jens learned to be a draftsman, joiner, smith and potter, all of which he mastered. His first museum showing was at age 15. He later apprenticed with silversmith Georg Jensen. He started his artistic career as a portrait painter, but he also created in metals and ceramics at that time.
During the 1940s, Quistgaard designed flatware, glassware, cookware and furniture. He also created graphic designs and did some architectural work. During World War II, he was part of the Danish Resistance.
In 1954 he started Dansk Designs Ltd. with American entrepreneur Ted Nierenberg and was the chief designer for the company for the next 30 years. During this period, he created flatware, cookware, pitchers, bowls, carving boards, ice buckets, candleholders, trays and tableware.
Though not as well-known as many designers of the time, Quistgaard's pieces could be found in millions of homes around the world from the 1950s through the 1980s, and he played an important role in introducing Danish Modern design to the public. During his career, he produced over 2000 designs.
During the 1940s, Quistgaard designed flatware, glassware, cookware and furniture. He also created graphic designs and did some architectural work. During World War II, he was part of the Danish Resistance.
In 1954 he started Dansk Designs Ltd. with American entrepreneur Ted Nierenberg and was the chief designer for the company for the next 30 years. During this period, he created flatware, cookware, pitchers, bowls, carving boards, ice buckets, candleholders, trays and tableware.
Though not as well-known as many designers of the time, Quistgaard's pieces could be found in millions of homes around the world from the 1950s through the 1980s, and he played an important role in introducing Danish Modern design to the public. During his career, he produced over 2000 designs.
JENS QUISTGAARD LARGE ICE BUCKED -CONGO-IN FREAK HANSEN
Congo Ice Bucket/ Warmer By Jens Quisgaard for DANSK
This piece was designed by Quistgaard in 1955 and this is the Larger ice bucket in this series and measures about 19.25" in Height.
Why We Love It:
What's not to love about anything Jens Quistgaard designed for DANSK?! DANSK/Quistgaard pieces are considered to be the epitome of Mid Century design.
This pieces is considered to be one of the most iconic of the Quistgaard for DANSK pieces. We love love everything about this piece from the waaay too big sizing, to the handcrafted slatted tapering of the teak and plastic orange liner. These pieces are very unique and have a wonderful history. The Congo line was designed as a modern homage to vikings and it's production apparently saved a danish boat factory from going out of business. I have also featured an ad in my images that I found on ebay which states that only 8 years after going into production, the ice bucket had been purchased by 23 museums around the world for their permanent collections.
So, prep your bar, bookshelf, or pedestal for this piece to be in your permanent collection!
Please keep in mind that this is a vintage item and therefore has some minor wear. We try our best to note any very noticeable defects or issues. - This piece features the original finish and does have some normal wear in tear for any including some minor scratching to the finish and a chip out of the bottom. The handle glue is loose too and the handle will wiggle out of its slot on that side a bit if coaxed.
Shipping: The item will ship via usps. We will refund shipping costs overages of $2 or more when they occur. We are glad to ship anywhere in the world. Please write for a quote.
domingo, 3 de febrero de 2013
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