STOP. LOOK. LISTEN I Roadrunner, 1980

Brass with wood base. 33.8 oz.

H. 14 in., W. 12 in.

Note: Hans Christensen was undoubtedly one of the most skilled and accomplished silversmiths who uniquely shaped the craft in America during the 20th century. Participating in multiple shows and exhibitions, Christensen also created an extensive body of work for private clients while simultaneously building a career as a respected and loved professor. He was a member of the Guldsmedehoikoleforeningen, Copenhagen, a Fellow in the Institute of Arts and Letters in Switzerland, a Fellow of the American Crafts Council, a Member of the Society of North American Goldsmiths, and a member of the Nathaniel Rochester Society. His work is in the permanent collections of presidents, individuals, institutions, and the royal families of England, Denmark, Iran, and Sweden. His work was exhibited in shops and museums in Switzerland, Spain, England, Germany, Poland, the United States, Denmark, Sweden, and France.

Museums and collectors have known of Hans Christensen's personal collection for decades in hope that they might procure one or two representative pieces. Keno Auctions offered the entire collection from the Estate of Elisabeth Christensen in 2011, of which this Lot was in that auction. Sept 24,2011, Lot 121.

Provenance: Estate of Elisabeth Christensen, wife of Master Silversmith Hans Christensen (1924-1983)

Condition: Light tarnish in some areas.

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