Danish sterling silver pitcher with pear shaped body and integrated handle, designed by Kay Fisker (1893-1965) and produced by A. Michelsen, with a 1 Liter capacity, marked with year stamp L9 for 1962.
Literature: Malene Dybbøl and Sabrina Ulrich Vinther. 'Hofjuveler A. Michelsen', reproduced on p. 105: 'The beak jug is one of the body pieces from Kay Fisker's hand, which has become a classic in modern Danish silver'.
Size: 9 ½ h x 6 w x 4 ½ d in
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