Danish Designer Anton Michelsen Modernist Sterling Tie Money Clip C. 1950s
Danish Designer Anton Michelsen Modernist Sterling Silver Tie Money Clip Circa 1950s Measurements: 2"L x .4"W x .25"Thick (5.08cm x 1.02cm x .64cm) Markings: AM Maker's Mark Sterling Denmark Weight: 15.1g Another stunning example of the magnificent craftsmanship of mid century Danish designers. This tie clip/money clip is in exceptional condition with very minimal wear, comparable to age. Has recently been professionally polish looks fantastic. Mannequin is a life-size torso representation The Anton Michelsen Silversmithy was founded in 1841, and had thus long celebrated its centenary when it was bought by the Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Manufactory in 1968. As Royal Copenhagen then went on to purchase Georg Jensen as well, Michelsen was gradually merged with Jensen, and today only the annual forks and spoons bear the Michelsen name.-Georg Jensen was apprenticed to Anton Michelsen in the 1890s, not the other way around! Several of the most popular late 20th century Jensen piece