ANTIQUE 19THC GERMAN SOLID SILVER SUPERB FIGURAL CENTERPIECE, BRUCKMANN C.1890
19th Century German Silver Renaissance revival figural centerpiece, massive size, shell-shaped, one side is applied with a magnificent cast figure modelled like Triton holding a fish and a trident, all supported by a large dolphin flanked by a naked Cupid over a circular base resting on four cast feet terminating with leonine heads. Hallmarked German silver (800), Heilbronn, year 1890's, Maker's mark Peter Bruchmann & Sohne.
REFERENCE NUMBER: A2337
Description
Antique 19th Century rare German Solid Silver Renaissance revival figural centerpiece, massive size, shell-shaped, one side is applied with a magnificent cast figure modelled like Triton holding a fish and a trident, all supported by a large dolphin flanked by a naked Cupid over a circular base resting on four cast feet terminating with leonine heads.
This is a superb and impressive centerpiece, exceptionally crisp and detailed workmanship. The piece is Hallmarked German silver (800 standard), Heilbronn, year 1890's, Maker's mark Peter Bruchmann & Sohne, important company founded in 1805 by Georg Peter Bruckmann, one of the most important German silver manufacturer, often working in the style of the early German pieces.
Condition
In Excellent Condition - no damage.
Size
Height: 56cm
Width: 39 x 23cm
Weight: 2071g
