• The Opulent Eye - 500 Years: D auction at Christies

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    The Opulent Eye - 500 Years: Decorative Arts Europe

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    15 March 2012

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    • A FINE GERMAN SILVER-MOUNTED I
    • A FINE GERMAN SILVER-MOUNTED I
    • A FINE GERMAN SILVER-MOUNTED I
    • A FINE GERMAN SILVER-MOUNTED I
    • A FINE GERMAN SILVER-MOUNTED I
    • A FINE GERMAN SILVER-MOUNTED I
    Lot 65

    A FINE GERMAN SILVER-MOUNTED IVORY CUP AND COVER

    THIRD QUARTER 19TH CENTURY

    Price realised

    GBP 20,000

    Estimate

    GBP 15,000 - GBP 25,000

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    A FINE GERMAN SILVER-MOUNTED IVORY CUP AND COVER
    THIRD QUARTER 19TH CENTURY
    The domed repoussé lid surmounted by a seated bearded figure holding aloft a cornucopia, the circular body carved in deep relief with a continous Viking battle scene, supported by two figures, on a repoussé spreading foot decorated with acanthus and military trophies
    23½ in. (60 cm.) high

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    Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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