May Ancient Art & Paintings & Collectibles
Lot 39:
Description
Name
EARLY 20TH CENTURY SILVER 800 CRYSTAL GLASS JAR IN ITALIAN NAPOLEON EMPIRE STYLE
Dimensions
Dimensions: 17.5 ?? 11.5 ?? 8.5cm (height)Total Weight: 343gPlace of Origin: Old Silversmith Workshop, Milan, ItalyDescription: This Italian Napoleon Empire-style 800 silver crystal glass jar, exquisitely crafted, consists of an elliptical silver base, an original small silver spoon, and a crystal glass bowl. The top of the lid features a high-relief pine cone carving with auspicious meanings; the handle is twisted in the shape of a French croissant; the silver base is also decorated with two lion??s paw ornaments. The handle of the original small silver spoon is engraved with palm leaf patterns symbolizing victory. The elliptical crystal glass bowl is hand-cut, adorned with diamond-shaped motifs, feather patterns, and starburst designs.This tabletop artwork, in addition to being a decorative piece, can be used to hold dried cheese powder, French sea salt, sucrose, saffron or saffron powder, Chinese chili powder, etc.In European and American countries, silverware is not only a collectible work of art but also a hard currency asset for family wealth inheritance, which can be passed down through generations or liquidated. It is customary to present silverware to newlyweds, newborns, etc., as a blessing for a better life and a inheritance of wealth.
Condition
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