Decorative Arts Auction

June 15, 2015

LOT 56

Lot 56

German Silver Hen-Form Egg Cruet, probably Hanau, late 19th century

German Silver Hen-Form Egg Cruet, probably Hanau, late 19th century
Lot 56 Details
German Silver Hen-Form Egg Cruet, probably Hanau, late 19th century

the cover realistically modeled as a hen nesting in an oval woven basket
length 9.3" — 23.5 cm.
10.3 oz. — 319 grams
British import marks for Chester, 1898, sponsor Berthold Muller

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $960
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Lacks liner; a few minor repairs at the rim

LOT 56
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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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