Description

A fine continental silver and rock crystal centrepiece representing the Birth of Venus. The silver has coloured enamel detail and the figural work is excellent. Fantastic large size and complete with the original leather carrying case. The central stem is modelled as a silver merman holding a rock crystal sphere containing an enamel seascape representing Venus emerging from a shell. The orb, with silver and enamel mounts, supports a merman blowing a horn.

Height 33cm. Diameter of base 12.2cm.
Probably Austrian.
Late 19th century.
Unmarked continental silver.

This substantial centrepiece is generally in good, presentable order with medium wear and enamel loss commensurate with age. The centrepiece stands firm however there is a lean. The seascape centre of the crystal orb is possibly not in the original position. The crystal base bears light scratches, frits and a small wear mark.

No maker assigned

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