Lot 657
  • 657

A German silver two-handled centerpiece, Carl Frey & Söhne, Breslau, circa 1900

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked on base, liner stamped EINSATZ UNECHT
  • electroplate, silver
  • length over handles 24 3/4 in.
  • 63 cm
on four paw feet, lower body with fluting, sides applied with shaped reserves and ribbon-tied fruit swags, with plated liner

Condition

a few small dings to handles and interior, lacking 4 bolts for applied decoration, liner with plating largely rubbed off inside and with several small dents; overall good condition
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