Description:

Georg Jensen silver flatware Acanthus sterling silver 925. Acanthus silver flatware pattern # 180. Luncheon set for 6 persons - Total parts 12.
Acanthus knife, large, length 20.1 cm. 8 inches. short handle.
Acanthus fork, large, length 16.7 cm. 6 5/8 inches.
Fine condition, normal signs of use. From the period 1933-1944. 1 knife post 1945.
Designed by the painter, Johan Rohde, and produced since 1917. Johan Rohde, who lived for a time in Italy, was inspired by the antique style. This shows in the cutlery's pillar shaped handle which ends in a Corinthian capital with acanthus leaves. Johan Rohde began his close and lifelong association with Georg Jensen in 1906.