Georg Jensen

An unparalleled sense of craftsmanship has set Georg Jensen apart since its foundation in 1904. What started as a small silversmith in Copenhagen has evolved into a renowned global design house boasting a century-long expertise in metalwork and a growing collection of present and future icons.

Through his childhood in the picturesque surroundings of Raadvad, Georg Jensen was inspired to become an artist. He succeeded in becoming both sculptor and ceramist but it was by way of his talent as a silversmith that he achieved the most remarkable recognition. The Georg Jensen Silversmith created some of the most original and epoch-defining jewellery, hollowware and cutlery patterns. At Georg Jensen’s death in 1935, it was acknowledged as one of the most important silversmiths in the world. Georg Jensen was instrumental in defining the character of the twentieth century Scandinavian Design by drawing on Danish traditions and infusing them with a progressive design rationale. He rejected the popular taste of the time for romantic and historicist ornamentation and ostentation, instead embracing the avant-garde Art Nouveau style with its simple organic forms and craft-based approach to production. Georg Jensen was a sensitive artist endowed with a great talent which made it possible for him to turn his vision into reality.

Georg Jensen set a tone for his company that would chart its course for decades to come. Its innovative spirit, impeccable craftsmanship and Scandinavian design sensibility would become the brand’s hallmarks.
We’ve rounded up our favourite pieces from Georg Jensen below. The slightly curved, sensuous shape of the Cobra collection adds an unexpected detail to the dining table. Unusual to look at and beautiful to hold, the tumblers work for water at a dinner party or for fruit juice at breakfast time. Georg Jensen’s Copenhagen stainless steel candleholder is a striking example of a contemporary Scandinavian style - the clean lines and absolute minimalism bring a sense of elegance and calm.

Shop the Cobra collection, the Copenhagen candleholder and more from Georg Jensen at BrandAlley.