Offered is a Danish staved and lathed Teak wood ice bucket, originally designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk in 1957. The model is number 810, stamped on the bottom, and features the signature ducks on the logo and coveted hot orange interior lining bucket which identifies it from their earliest collection. It is sometimes referred to as the "Congo" bucket as well as the "Viking" bucket, in honor of the elevated sides which resemble a Norse helmet. This one was made between 1957 and 1961.

Measures 15.25" tall, 7.25" diameter, 4.75" base diameter, stamped "Denmark JHQ"

Distinguished for its elegant Scandinavian design and expert craftsmanship, this ice bucket is included in the The Metropolitan Museum of Art's exhibition "A Century of Design, Part III: 1950-1975," presented November 28, 2000 - May 27, 2001.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This piece is in overall good vintage condition with no nicks, chips, scratches, cracks, or fissures. The plastic lining is intact and shows no signs of use. It has been cleaned and conditioned with food-safe oil. Any wear is commensurate with its age and past usage.

Origin:
Denmark

Creator:
Brand: Dansk; Designer: Jens Harald Quistgaard

Materials & Techniques:
Plastic, Teak

Details:
Country of Origin: Denmark
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; This piece is in overall good vintage condition with no nicks, chips, scratches, cracks, or fissures. The plastic lining is intact and shows no signs of use. It has been cleaned and conditioned with food-safe oil. Any wear is commensurate with its age and past usage.