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David Andersen Silver Gilt & Guilloche Enamel Napkin Ring C.1920
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David Andersen Silver Gilt & Guilloche Enamel Napkin Ring C.1920

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Puckerings
Description

A stunning and rarely found Norwegian napkin ring made by the famous silversmith, David Andersen.

The ring is made from sterling silver, stamped 925 (925/1000) and lavishly washed in gold; together with the maker's mark for David Andersen. This mark was used between 1888 to 1925, this piece would certainly date to c.1920.

The guilloche purple enamel is undamaged. 1 3/4" in diameter x 1" and weighing 1.13 Troy Ounces / 35.3 Grams.

Item: 44334

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Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Guilloche Enamel Napkin Ring to the 1920s.

Independent Date Guide ID 08197498
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques Date1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 95-120 years old
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Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1920s:
David-Andersen workshop stamp beside the silver mark: Oslo maker's punch.
Engine-turned wavy engraving beneath translucent blue enamel: hand-guided lathe work.
Gold wash across the interior: original vermeil lining protecting the silver.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4.4cm (1.73")
Width
4.4cm (1.73")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Reference Numbers
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SA1028214
Dealers Internal Reference
44334
Description
A stunning and rarely found Norwegian napkin ring made by the famous silversmith, David Andersen.
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The ring is made from sterling silver, stamped 925 (925/1000) and lavishly washed in gold; together with the maker's mark for David Andersen.
Puckerings

This mark was used between 1888 to 1925, this piece would certainly date to c.1920.

The guilloche purple enamel is undamaged. 1 3/4" in diameter x 1" and weighing 1.13 Troy Ounces / 35.3 Grams.

Item: 44334

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Guilloche Enamel Napkin Ring to the 1920s.

Independent Date Report ID 08197498
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques dating1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 95-120 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1920s:
David-Andersen workshop stamp beside the silver mark: Oslo maker's punch.
Engine-turned wavy engraving beneath translucent blue enamel: hand-guided lathe work.
Gold wash across the interior: original vermeil lining protecting the silver.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
4.4cm (1.73")
Width
4.4cm (1.73")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1028214
Dealers Internal Ref
44334
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A cylindrical silver-gilt napkin ring featuring a band of vivid cobalt blue guilloche enamel with a wavy engine-turned pattern.
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Archive I A cylindrical silver-gilt napkin ring featuring a band of vivid cobalt blue guilloche enamel with a wavy engine-turned pattern.

David Andersen Silver Gilt & Guilloche Enamel Napkin Ring C.1920

Archive II A cylindrical silver-gilt napkin ring featuring a band of vivid cobalt blue guilloche enamel with a wavy engine-turned pattern. View II
Archive III A cylindrical silver-gilt napkin ring featuring a band of vivid cobalt blue guilloche enamel with a wavy engine-turned pattern. View III
Archive IV A cylindrical silver-gilt napkin ring featuring a band of vivid cobalt blue guilloche enamel with a wavy engine-turned pattern. View IV
Archive V A cylindrical silver-gilt napkin ring featuring a band of vivid cobalt blue guilloche enamel with a wavy engine-turned pattern. View V
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A cylindrical silver-gilt napkin ring featuring a band of vivid cobalt blue guilloche enamel with a wavy engine-turned pattern.
David Andersen Silver Gilt & Guilloche Enamel Napkin Ring c.1920
Ref: SA1028214
A cylindrical silver-gilt napkin ring featuring a band of vivid cobalt blue guilloche enamel with a wavy engine-turned pattern.
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  • ObjectNapkin Rings
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSilver Gilt, Guilloche Enamel
  • ColourCobalt Blue, Gold
  • MotifsEngine-turned wave pattern, Silver-gilt rim, Translucent enamel finish
  • SizeH 4.4 cm (2 in) x W 4.4 cm (2 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

This Norwegian napkin ring originates from the Art Deco period of circa 1920 and derives from the workshop of David Andersen. Fashioned from sterling silver with a gold wash and a translucent enamel finish, the cylindrical piece displays a vivid cobalt blue exterior with a wavy engine-turned pattern and polished silver-gilt rims. The photograph reveals a rounded body with smooth metal borders top and bottom, an intense purple-blue hue under the glossy glaze, and a bright reflective gold interior. The item measures 4.4 cm high, 4.4 cm wide, and 2.5 cm deep. Positioned on a dining table centre, the napkin ring functions as a table accessory during formal or everyday meals. The solid metal construction and durable enamel surface withstand regular handling while maintaining its decorative presentation. The compact form accommodates standard fabric napkins, sitting neatly beside place settings or storage collections without occupying excessive surface area.

FAQs

Guilloche enamel is a decorative technique where a precise, repetitive geometric pattern is mechanically engraved into metal before being coated with translucent enamel. When light passes through the enamel layer, it reflects off the engraved pattern beneath, creating an iridescent optical effect on objects such as napkin rings, dressing table sets, and pillboxes.

These pieces generally consist of sterling silver electroplated with a thin layer of gold, known as silver gilt or vermeil. The decorative band is created using glass-based vitreous enamel paste fused to the engine-turned silver surface under high temperatures.

Authentic items feature specific maker marks stamped on the metal rim or interior, along with purity marks such as 925S. Precision in the engine-turned pattern and a smooth, glass-like enamel surface without visible air bubbles or modern adhesive fills indicate genuine craftsmanship from established workshops.

These decorative tableware items add accent colour to modern dining spaces when paired with minimalist linen napkins and modern porcelain plates. Alternatively, they can be grouped in a glass cabinet or on a sideboard tray as standalone decorative metalwork.

Wipe gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth to remove dust and fingerprints. Avoid using liquid silver dips, harsh abrasives, or ultrasonic cleaners, as these can strip the delicate gold gilding or cause fractures in the glass enamel.
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