The masterpieces of the Centennial international exhibition of 1876 .. . n only be produced by artistswho have a superior knowledge and skill in the resources of the art ofmajolica painting. Although the chief exhibit in the Danish Court is pottery, there is a smallyet choice collection of artistic silverware made by Chrlstlsen, of Copenhagen,from which we select the Tea Service that is illustrated on page 132. Thebeauty of this set, beyond its exceedingly graceful design and masterly execu-tion, is the combination of gold gilding with and on the silver. All the moreprominent portions of the o
The masterpieces of the Centennial international exhibition of 1876 .. . n only be produced by artistswho have a superior knowledge and skill in the resources of the art ofmajolica painting. Although the chief exhibit in the Danish Court is pottery, there is a smallyet choice collection of artistic silverware made by Chrlstlsen, of Copenhagen,from which we select the Tea Service that is illustrated on page 132. Thebeauty of this set, beyond its exceedingly graceful design and masterly execu-tion, is the combination of gold gilding with and on the silver. All the moreprominent portions of the ornamentation as well as the arabesque patterns aregold gilt, and the effect is heightened by the gold being burnished to a highstate of polish, while the surface of the silver is made as dull as possible. M. Christisens exhibit is a small collection, but very choice. Weremember the display of silverware, i-epousse-v^ork and jewelry which he madeat Vienna, and were not surprised that he was awarded the highest honors ofthat year. 132 THE INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION, ittliiiifi;
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