Lot 318
  • 318

A Hungarian silver-gilt, enamel and gem-set musical jewelry box, early 20th century

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • apparently unmarked
  • Silver, gilt, enamel, hardstone
  • length 7 1/2 in.
  • 19cm
rectangular, raised on four scroll feet, applied with shaped enameled panels and flowerheads, set with openwork bosses mounted with jewels, all on matted and chased foliate ground, compartmented interior with music section applied with enamel flower spray, has key

Condition

some areas of yellowing to enamel, probably repairs, otherwise good condition
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