Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cypress Layer Cake Knife No 196

Tias Eckhoff, 1926-2016, Norwegian designer; brother of Torstein Eckhoff. With a lifelong association with Porsgrunds Porselænsfabrik (artistic director 1953-60), Tias Eckhoff helped to continue the simplified, functionalist line, which is reflected in the Regent coffee set (1961). Tias Eckhoff also designed the Cypress cutlery (1952-53) for Georg Jensen Silversmiths. He received the Lunning Prize in 1953.

Georg Jensen is a Danish company founded in 1904 by Georg Jensen himself. The company is known for its craftsmanship and design in jewelry, silverware, watches and various home accessories. Georg Jensen products are known for their simple and elegant designs, often with a Nordic-inspired look. Today, the company is internationally recognized and has stores and dealers all over the world. Georg Jensen remains one of Denmark's most well-known and respected design companies.