569 - No Reserve - Gustav Beran tray with engraving by Gerard van de Peppel (Inland Waterway Route “Unica Design”), Zeist 1961, silver

No Reserve - Gustav Beran tray with engraving by Gerard van de Peppel (Inland Waterway Route “Unica Design”), Zeist 1961, silver A beautiful and exceptionally large tray, designed by Gustav Beran and featuring masterful engraving by the renowned master engraver Gerard van de Peppel. This unique design depicts a meticulously crafted inland waterway route. Along this route, the various cities are named and accompanied by their corresponding coats of arms. The engraving is of exceptional quality and is characterized by a high degree of detail and refinement, combining craftsmanship with artistic precision. The back of the tray bears an engraved inscription naming the recipient of the object, as well as the occasion and the donors, giving the piece a personal and historical character. A special, rare, and unique object that impressively combines design, craftsmanship, and narrative engraving. Zeist, The Netherlands; silversmith Royal van Kempen & Begeer; designer Gustav Beran (1912–2006); master engraver Gerard van de Peppel (1896–1971), 1961. Hallmarks: Designer Gustav Beran, maker’s mark, standing lion I, craft department mark (five-pointed star), Minerva, date letter b, Engraving Gerard v.d. Peppel. Weight: 3259.8 grams, 925/1000. Dimensions (height x width x depth): 3 x 61 x 43.5 cm. This lot will be auctioned without a reserve price.