Lot 29
  • 29

An Austrian Large Silver nautilus Cup, Frank Bruder, Vienna, late 19th century

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • 23 1/4 in. (59cm)
on openwork rococo base cast and chased with dolphin heads, the stem formed as a twin-tailed mermaid supporting a silver nautilus shell body fronted by a Neptune mask and suspended with swags, the finial modeled as a infant Triton holding a wreath, marked on base and body

Condition

base has a space for insertion of a presentation plaque, screws attaching shell replaced in base metal, good condition
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