Georg Jensen Cactus pattern sterling silver spoon
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
founded 1904
This collectible sterling silver spoon is crafted in the iconic "Cactus" pattern, a hallmark of the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen, a company founded in 1904. The spoon exhibits the signature aesthetic of the design house, which is known for its blend of modernist principles and stylized organic detailing.
The handle features a tapered, streamlined form that transitions smoothly into the bowl, accented by the distinctive floral-inspired motifs that define the Cactus series. Measuring 6 5/8 inches in length and weighing 1.77 troy ounces, the piece reflects the high-quality craftsmanship associated with Jensen's silver production. The underside of the spoon is stamped with the markings "Sterling Denmark," indicating its composition and origin.
This spoon exemplifies early 20th-century Scandinavian silverware design, characterized by its elegant balance, polished finish, and refined ornamental elements, making it a notable representative of the celebrated Danish metalwork tradition.
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Physical characteristics
- Length
- 6 5/8"
- Weight
- 1.77 ozt
- Material
- sterling silver
Design
- Stamps
- Sterling Denmark
- Pattern
- Cactus
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- Georg Jensen
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.