Rare lidded 'Janus' box, Ebena, Belgium. 1920s. sold yet the hammered copper body

yet the hammered copper body draws the piece back to the Art and Crafts period and English craft identity

Just Andersen has become one of the most recognised and collected makers of Scandinavian pewter of the 20th century

This 18th century crotal bell is not the usual offering by SAD Gallery

Some scratches to the paint

otherwise in excellent working condition

Rare lidded 'Janus' box, Ebena, Belgium. 1920s. sold yet the hammered copper bodyFrom 1921 1931, the Ebena factory in Belgium capitalised on the material of the moment, Bakelite. However, Ebena produced works of art that emphasised the concept of innovation that was synonymous with the revolutionary material. Jugendstil, the artistic movement that ran through Europe (notably Germany and Austria) gave birth to colourful and stylish decor, as playfully embodied by this lidded box. The process of Galiath, whereby the 'Bakelite'