Kolonn’s grand silver-themed auction offers a fascinating journey through the stylistic evolution of silver craftsmanship. The showcase features a wide array of silver objects, highlighting how the material, with its neutral color, relies on form and surface to reflect light and its surroundings. The collection includes modernist treasures like Wiwen Nilsson’s sleek writing pad, emblematic of his minimalist design philosophy, and Ray Urban’s bold, yet simple bowls, providing a striking contrast to the older historical pieces.
Among the older works, a standout is a grandiose sugar bowl in the elaborate Empire style by Olof Hagrelius, alongside finely detailed 18th-century Russian silver in Rococo style. One of the highlights from the English silver section is a perfectly proportioned cream jug from late 18th-century London.
The auction also features a special selection of ten pieces of silver from Nyköping, an often-overlooked Swedish city with a rich silversmithing tradition, including works by renowned artisans such as Henning Petri.
Practical yet elegant items also fill the collection, from pocket flasks and coffee sets to an exquisite tea caddy and lobster forks by Georg Jensen, showcasing the enduring appeal of silver’s functional beauty. This auction captures both the historical grandeur and modern refinement of silver craftsmanship.
Welcome to a glittering world of elegant form and artistry at Kolonn!
