Lot 186
  • 186

A SILVER-GILT AND ENAMEL-MOUNTED ROCK CRYSTAL TAZZA, probably Vienna, late 19th Century

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • apparently unmarked
  • SILVER, ENAMEL, ROCK CRYSTAL
  • height 4 1/4in.
  • 10.8cm
the crystal base engraved with flutes, the bowl with geometric motifs, the stem a Roman soldier, border of green, orange and black strapwork

Provenance

Sotheby's London, 4 June 1998, lot 68

Condition

slight losses to enamel soldier's armor, otherwise good
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