Arne Basse - Bottle opener

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Arne Basse - Bottle opener - Teak

Design is van Arne Basse (attributed) – Danish Mid-Century teak shark/bottle opener – teak & brass – circa 1960 Special and highly decorative Danish Mid-Century Modern everyday object in the form of a stylized shark, made in beautifully warm-toned wood, most likely solid teak. The elongated, strongly stylized body features the characteristic organic lines of Scandinavian design from the 1950s–1960s. The natural grain and figure of the wood are deliberately part of the design and run beautifully along the length of the shark. Under the head lies the ingeniously integrated brass bottle opener. It essentially forms the shark’s mouth and is fixed to the wooden body with a brass slotted screw. The brass has a lovely natural patina that complements the warm teak very well. Similar teak sharks/bottle openers are dated in Denmark, the 1960s. A related signed model is known with the brand “Arne Basse Denmark” and is attributed to the Danish designer Arne Basse. Therefore, this unsigned piece can be cautiously described as attributed to Arne Basse / in the style of Arne Basse. However, without a signature, the designer cannot be identified with certainty. An especially interesting detail is the provenance: this piece was found and acquired in Silkeborg, Denmark. It is a typical example of Danish Modern, in which an everyday object was transformed into a small sculptural design piece. Even when the opener is not in use, the shark is a particularly attractive decorative object for a bar, kitchen, or a collection of Scandinavian design. Features * Object: sculptural shark / bottle opener * Provenance: Denmark * Provenance details: acquired in Silkeborg, Denmark * Period: presumably circa the 1960s * Style: Danish Modern / Scandinavian Modern / Mid-Century Modern * Designer: attributed to / in the style of Arne Basse * Material: presumably solid teak and brass * Brass opener with brass slotted screw Dimensions: * Length: 22 cm * Height: 3.5 cm * Depth: 2.5 cm * Weight: 64 g The piece is in beautiful vintage condition with light wear appropriate to its age and a splendid natural patina. See the photos for a good impression of the condition. A charming and functional piece of Danish Mid-Century design, with a highly recognizable sculptural form and attractive to collectors of Danish Modern and vintage Scandinavian barware. Smart, secure shipping - carefully packaged, sent a guaranteed with tracking and trace.

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