Vintage Norwegian 830 Silver Serving Spoon by Brødrene Mylius – Tele Pattern

A refined vintage Norwegian serving spoon crafted in solid 830 silver by Brødrene Mylius of Kragerø, Norway, in the distinctive Tele pattern.

The spoon features a generously proportioned oval bowl and an elegant pierced handle decorated with flowing scroll motifs. The openwork design gives the piece a strong decorative character while preserving its practical function as a serving utensil for vegetables, side dishes, sauces or desserts.

The Tele pattern is a recognised Norwegian silver flatware design produced by Brødrene Mylius and admired for its richly worked pierced handles. Smaller tableware pieces are more frequently encountered, while serving pieces remain particularly useful additions for collectors completing an existing Tele-pattern service.

The Brødrene Mylius Connection

The reverse of the handle bears the clearly preserved 830S silver standard mark, the Brødrene Mylius seagull-on-a-rock emblem and the letters NM.

The NM mark stands for Norsk Mønster and indicates a Norwegian registered design or design-copyright mark. Together, these marks identify the spoon as a genuine example of Brødrene Mylius Norwegian silverware.

Founded in Kragerø in 1932, Brødrene Mylius became associated with the production of silver flatware and tableware. The Tele pattern remains one of the firm’s recognisable designs, combining traditional Scandinavian ornament with practical everyday use.

Details

Item: Vintage serving spoon or tablespoon
Maker: Brødrene Mylius
Origin: Kragerø, Norway
Pattern: Tele
Period: Mid-20th century, likely circa 1950s–1970s
Material: Solid 830 silver
Marks: 830S silver standard mark, Brødrene Mylius seagull-on-a-rock emblem and NM Norsk Mønster mark
Length: Approx. 19 cm
Width at Bowl: Approx. 5.5 cm
Weight: Approx. 40.3 g
Decoration: Pierced openwork handle with scrolling foliate motifs

Condition

Very good vintage condition with light surface wear and patina consistent with age and previous use. The decorative pierced handle and identifying marks remain clearly visible. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.

Historical and Collector Context

Norwegian silver flatware is valued for its balance of functionality and decorative design. Brødrene Mylius produced a range of tableware in the Tele pattern, characterised by its pierced scrollwork handles and traditional Scandinavian appearance.

This serving spoon is particularly appealing as both a practical dining accessory and a collectible replacement piece for an existing Tele-pattern service. Its clear marks, useful size and decorative openwork design make it an attractive addition to a collection of Norwegian silver or vintage Scandinavian tableware.

Please Note

All items are vintage or antique and may show light signs of age. Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description. Feel free to message with any questions prior to purchase.