Lot 225
A silver-gilt and enamel owl, 20th century
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
Gilt-silver. Circular base embellished with “Faunaugen”-like enamel décor. The base and ovoid body covered in gilt silver wire. Very elaborately worked feathers in silver wire and colourful enamel. Removable head also covered in luminous enamel, the eyes set with tiger's eye cabochons. A total of eleven turquoise and coral-coloured gemstones on the head and shoulders. The underside of the head stippled with “SILVER”. Minor defects in the enamel. Two stones missing. Height 14.5 cm, total weight 361.27 gr.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
