RECENT ACQUISITIONS - 4th March, 2021
19th Century German silver-gilt pair of figure modelled as ostriches. The figures with removable heads, are well-refined and are realistically engraved to the very last detail, the body applied with bushy wings and tail and standing on a domed base. The base applied with various animals, such as a lion, fox, boar, frogs and other various insects and crustaceans, amongst lush plants and vegetation.
Reference Number: A6624-6625
19th Century Indian Kutch (Cutch) silver double sided cigar box, of octagonal form, impressively heavy gauge and exceptionally fine workmanship, standing on four lion paw feet, the two cigar compartments set with large hinged lids mounted with cast handles, modelled as hunters holding spears, the two smaller compartments used for matches, the lids mounted with cast models of wild boars running towards each other on a reeded ground to be used to strike a match. The tops and sides surrounded by typical cutch foliate and floral repoussé design on matted ground, amongst it depicting various running animals.
Reference Number: A6393d
20th Century Italian silver plated owl shaped wine cooler. Of large size and realistically modelled with a hinged head, set with glass eyes, inside fitted with a removable liner, a true conversation piece, that will add novelty and fun to any bar. Signed Made in Italy, Bonwit Teller.
Reference Number: A6746
