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18th-19th Century Continental Articulated Fish Form Silver Vinaigrette Box - SL

$ 1557.6

Availability: 100 in stock
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Style: Georgian
  • Age: 1800-1849
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer

    Description

    Offered here for your consideration is a very fine solid silver antique figural fish form vinaigrette.In the form of fish with faceted garnet gemstone eyes and engraved fins and scales.
    A hinged cover in the form of the fish's head opens to reveal a sponge compartment. The body supports 10 sections of an articulated tail.
    Together with what appears to be it's original shagreen silhouette leather case that retains one original hook and both of its hinges.
    A very desirable vinaigrette that is a wonderful addition to any collection!
    Provenance:
    From the collection of the legendary interior decorator - Mario Buatta.
    Date:
    Late 18th or Early 19th Century
    Overall Condition:
    It is in overall very good, as-pictured, used estate condition with some very fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
    The case shows wear and retains one original hook.
    Maker:
    Unidentified
    Marks:
    Unmarked
    Measurements:
    Length: ca. 110 mm
    Width: ca. 16 mm
    Height: ca. 21 mm
    The conforming case slightly larger.
    Weight: ca. 17 g
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