Danish Modern sterling silver compote. Made by Poul Petersen in Canada, ca 1940, Lilypad bowl with lobed rim and upturned back; flying c-scroll handle with applied tendril and leaf cap forming mouth with seed-spilling bud mounted to volute-scroll terminal. Open leaf support with same buds downturned; domed foot. Visible hand hammering. A great piece by the legendary Danish-born silversmith who was Georg Jensens apprentice and son-in-law. He married the boss daughter Inger in 1922. The couple emigrated to Canada in 1929, where he worked independently and for Birks. Fully marked including makers stamp and phrase Hand Made. Very good condition. Dimensions: H 8 3/8 x W 7 x D7 in. Weight: 18.6 troy ounces. #CC544