Lot 115
  • 115

A large pair of bronze cloisonné and champlevé enamel prickets Germany, third quarter 19th century, attributed to designs by Carl Fruhling

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • bronze, enamel
  • height 26 in.
  • 66 cm

Condition

Overall in fair condition with the usual tarnishing and dirt to bronze mounts consistent with age and atmospheric conditions through the years. Some green oxidation in areas, dragons with rubbing to gilding. Minor chips to enamel.
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Catalogue Note

The German architect Carl Heinrich Frühling (1807-1893) was appointed as an official court architect by Count Otto Zu Stolberg-Wernigerode. From 1862 to 1893, he worked on a large project at the Castle Wernigerode, turning it into one of the best examples of Neo-gothic architecture and interior decorating.