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Brass and Silver Plate Super Ellipse Egg s by Piet Hein, Denmark, 1965

$520.45per set
£388.55per set
€435per set
CA$716.96per set
A$786.64per set
CHF 414.36per set
MX$9,357.88per set
NOK 5,307.94per set
SEK 4,846.87per set
DKK 3,314.87per set

About the Item

Original super-egg's one very rare in brass accompanied by one regular in silver plate. This set was designed by the Danish multi-artist Piet Hein in 1965 and manufactured by Skjøde in Denmark. Originally they were intended to be used as drink coolers. The eggs both measures H 3 x W 2.5 cm. Both are in good condition with overall surface wear from use and a patina appropriate for their age. The original leather pouch is included.
  • Creator:
    Piet Hein (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.19 in (3 cm)Diameter: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1965
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Unpolished.
  • Seller Location:
    Esbjerg, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1782218153532

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