Description:

Mogens Ballin
Danish art nouveau brass corkscrew.
Decorative cast brass corkscrew featuring a figurative motif of a man and a faun in elegant art nouveau style, crafted with organic lines and detailed workmanship from the early twentieth century.
Origin: Denmark.
Material: Brass and steel.
Dimensions: H. 12 cm, W. 7 cm.
Period: 1920s.
Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear.
Bio:
Danish decorative arts during the art nouveau period, also known as Jugendstil, were characterised by organic forms, ornamental detail and exceptional craftsmanship. In the early twentieth century, functional objects such as corkscrews were often designed as artistic works, making them highly sought after by collectors of Scandinavian design and antiques.