Lot 88
  • 88

An Austrian Silver Spice Box, Maker's Mark ID, Probably Vienna, 1745

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • length of box 2 7/8 in. (7.4cm), diameter of bowl 3 1/4 in. (8.2cm)
of bombe oval form, fluted at the angles, the base engraved with Hebrew initial, marked on base; together with a small circular dish with domed center, the rim engraved with Hebrew inscription punctuated by flowers, apparently unmarked, the back dated 1650, 2 pieces

Condition

good condition, ? date of engraving on the bowl
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