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Firma Svenskt Tenn

(Sweden, Founded in 1924)
Estimate
50 000 - 75 000 SEK
4 420 - 6 630 EUR
4 530 - 6 790 USD
Hammer price
90 000 SEK
Purchasing info
For condition report contact specialist
Camilla Behrer
Stockholm
Camilla Behrer
Head of Design/ Specialist Modern & Contemporary Decorative Art & Design
+46 (0)708 92 19 77
Firma Svenskt Tenn
(Sweden, Founded in 1924)

a pewter framed mirror, Stockholm 1932.

Rectangular frame with relief decoration, 157 x 42,5 cm.

Minor wear.

More information

According to the Svenskt Tenn archives, this model was designed ca 1930-31. The same pattern was used in other design pieces, like pewter boxes.

Designer

Svenskt Tenn is an exclusive interior design company grounded year 1924 by Estrid Ericson and Nils Fougstedt. Initially the company primarily created products made of tin, but since the 1930s the company has exculated to creating all kinds of interior items. The architect Josef Frank is arguably the person who is most closely associated to the company. His textiles, frameworks, and furniture are today classified as classics. Svenskt Tenn's products are defined by a somber elegance with a colourful, personal formal language.

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