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Lot #43: Mid-Century Modern Estate Lot: Rare Authenticated Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Designs Collection

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All items in this lot are stamped Dansk except the starburst candle holders stamped Made in Denmark (not Dansk). This premier estate lot features a significant collection of Scandinavian Modern home goods, many confirmed as original designs by Jens Harald Quistgaard (JHQ/IHQ) for Dansk Designs. This grouping includes several highly sought-after and rare model numbers, some with their original period packaging. Rare Model Highlights: -"Chess King" Pepper Mill (Model #891): A standout "king piece" in staved teak, characterized by its sculptural cross-shaped head and refined taper. Stamped with the authentic IHQ monogram on the bottom rotating base. -"Acorn" Shaker & Mill (Model #835): An iconic second-generation combination piece featuring a bulbous acorn shape. This model is a collector favorite for its dual-function design. -"Drum" or "Double Barrel" Mill (Model #824): A rare, squat staved teak design with a Peugeot metal grinder. Known for its sculptural presence, this piece is highly collectible. -"Mushroom Tall Ribbed" Mill (Model #892): A distinctive design featuring triple sets of double beads or "ribs" along a tapered shaft, topped with a "droopy" ellipsoid cap. -Teak Lattice Serving Tray (Medium Model #861): An iconic, handicrafted teak lattice tray featuring recessed squares. Includes: Three original Holmegaard Glass square serving inserts (Model #864 in rare amber-olive tone. These pieces were specifically designed with "feet" to lock into the ray grid, a design famously used on the Danish Royal Yacht. -"Mushroom" (or "UFO") Salt Shaker and Pepper Mill combination (Model #895): designed by JHQ, it serves as a dual salt and pepper mill. Primarily made of solid teak with a distinctive wood grain. Some even rarer versions were produced in rosewood as part of the "Rare Woods" collection. Other Authenticated Inventory: -Staved Teak Ice Bucket (JHQ): Iconic cylindrical design with sculptural lid. Stamped with Dansk Designs Denmark and the JHQ monogram. Lining in excellent condition. -Boxed "Fjord" Bar Set (IHQ): Vintage two-piece stainless steel and teak bar set in its original red-lined box. Both pieces carry the IHQ stamp. -Dansk "Spider" Candle Holder (Boxed): A cast iron masterpiece for 12 tiny tapers, complete with its original vintage box. Includes: One original box of Dansk Orange Taper Candles, specifically sized for this holder. Archival Material: Includes original Dansk product brochures and a "Finnish Accent Layers" catalog, providing excellent provenance. Condition: Items are in very good vintage condition. The presence of original boxes, the addition of period-correct orange tapers, and multiple variations of Quistgaard’s authenticity stamps (JHQ/IHQ) make this a premier lot for serious Mid-Century Modern collectors . Pickup category timeslot {A}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sat, May 16 2026 Category A: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Pickup Location:  Centre Road, Hamilton, ON, L8B 0Z1 View Map (opens in new window)


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Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 9:00:00 PM UTC

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