DANISH 1960 Modernist Table Salt Cellars Set In .925 Sterling Silver & White Enamel
Set of four table salt-cellars designed in Denmark by Meka Reklamegaver.
A gorgeous vintage set of four salt cellars designed by Meka Reklamegaver in Copenhagen, Denmark, circa 1960. These mid-century modern pieces are crafted in solid sterling silver (.925–.999 fineness), designed in elegant cup forms and decorated with finely incised engravings that enhance their clean, modern lines. Each cellar is further embellished with applications of translucent white glass enamel, adding a subtle contrast and refined decorative touch to the silver surfaces. The set remains in excellent condition and presents an elegant and cohesive aesthetic, characteristic of Scandinavian mid-century design.
Meka Reklamegaver
This was a Danish silversmith company based in Holte, near Copenhagen. They were a prominent Danish manufacturer of sterling silver and enamel jewelry and souvenirs, active from 1951 to 1989. Known for high-quality enamel work, they produced iconic mid-century Scandinavian pieces, including leaf brooches, holiday spoons, and modern enamel jewelry often featuring vibrant colors. Popular items include enamel leaf brooches, butterfly pins, souvenir spoons, salt cellars, and bracelets. Clean, modernist Scandinavian designs, often incorporating bright enamel colors (blue, white, red, green) or gold-plated vermeil. Active Period: 1951-1989.
Country: Copenhagen, Denmark.
Period: Modernism, 1960
Materials: Solid .925/.999 Sterling silver and white translucent enamel.
Weight: 99.6 Grams (63.85 Dwt).
Measurements: H. 23 mm by Diameter 49 mm, (0.91 x 1.93 Inches).
Hallmarks: They are stamped with Danish marks; the maker's / designer's mark, the marks for the assay and warranty of the .925 silver and signed as follows, "MEKA-STERLING DENMARK .925S".
Condition: The overall condition of these Danish Meka enameled salt cellars are excellent. Beside the little normal wear there is no damage to the silver or the enamel. This set was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition & authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D042226AEEJ/2.952
