Hand-hammered silver pen cup – Gottlieb Kurz, Schwäbisch Gmünd – solid 830 silver – ca. 1915–1930 Elegant small hand-hammered silver pen cup (Schreibzeug-Becher) made by Gottlieb Kurz, one of the notable silversmiths of Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany’s leading silverworking centre in the early 20th century. The piece features flowing vertical wave-shaped hammerwork and a sculpted square base, characteristic of the late Jugendstil and early Art Deco style. The needle-punch maker’s mark is typical for Kurz’s workshop and for thin, hand-shaped silver of the period. Originally made as an independent desk accessory, not part of a set. Hallmarks: – Half-moon & crown (German national silver marks) – “830” fineness – Needle-punched maker’s mark (Gottlieb Kurz) Dimensions: – Height: 6.7 cm – Width: 4.5 cm – Weight: 47 g Condition: Very good condition with minor surface traces. No dents or repairs. A fine example of Schwäbisch Gmünd hand-crafted desk silver. Carefully packed and fully tracked shipping.