Lot 141
  • 141

A painted enamel ostrich cup and cover with silver mounts, Hermann Böhm, Vienna, late 19th century

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • A painted enamel ostrich cup and cover with silver mounts, Hermann Böhm, Vienna, late 19th century
  • silver, enamel
  • 37.5cm., 14 3/4 in. high
the wings, body, circular base and interior of cup and lids painted with mythological subjects, surmounted by a silver and enamel equestrian figure, maker's mark and town mark

Condition

overall good condition apart from minor losses to wings at junction with silver mounts, the right wing has been detached and fitted (discreet traces of restoration), neck also been refitted, tail slight loose.
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