Lot 511
  • 511

A large rock crystal, enamel and silver winged dragon, Hermann Ratzersdorfer, Vienna, late 19th century

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • A large rock crystal, enamel and silver winged dragon, Hermann Ratzersdorfer, Vienna, late 19th century 
  • rock crystal, silver-gilyt, enamel
  • 45.7cm., 18 in. high
the body carved with dragons among scales and shells, the mounts pierced and enamelled with dragons among scrollwork, maker's mark and Austrian control mark

Condition

some natural flaws, one tiny crack and hole tpo rock crystal on left side of body, some minor losses to enamel but overall good condition, very impressive scale. would benefit form professional cleaning.
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