A visually stunning and historically important ceramic fruit bowl designed by the accomplished Danish silversmith and artist, Erik Magnussen (1884-1961), and produced by the prestigious P. Ipsen's Enke studio in 1927.
 
The bowl showcases the enduring influence of the Art Nouveau (Skønvirke) style with its elegant, raised decoration of a grape cluster and vine. It is executed in terracotta and finished with a striking, uniform bright orange matte glaze—a bold color choice that reflects the evolving tastes of the interwar period. The piece is clearly marked with the maker's IE monogram and model number 716.
P. Ipsen's Enke (operating 1843−1955) was a Copenhagen factory celebrated for its high-quality terracotta and stoneware, collaborating with a large number of prominent Danish artists. Magnussen's work for the factory is particularly notable, given his primary fame as a silversmith and his later iconic designs for companies like Stelton.
 
This bowl is a museum-quality collector's item in Danish ceramic art, representing a beautiful fusion of Art Nouveau design with the modernist color sensibilities of the 1920s.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Undamaged. The matte glaze is vibrant and uniform.
 
Specifications:
Artist/Designer: Erik Magnussen (1884-1961)
Maker: P. Ipsen's Enke, Kgl. Hof. Terracottafabrik (Royal Court Terracotta Factory)
Style: Art Nouveau (Skønvirke)
Date of Design: 1927
Signed: IE monogram and model number 716
Material: Glazed Terracotta
Glaze: Bright Orange Matte
Dimensions:
Diameter: 1121​ inches (29 cm)
Height: 2 inches (5 cm)