Auction 103 Antiques & Works of Art, Silver & Jewellery

220

A toothpick holder


Estimate

180 - 300


Session 1

9 December 2020



Description

Portuguese silver, 19th century
A poodle sculpture on a pierced and foliage motifs engraved plinth
Raised stand of 4 identically decorated feet
Lisbon assay mark (L-50) for 1843-1870 and unidentified maker's mark (L-444) later marked with Elder's Head and Moon

Height: 12,5 cm
193 g


Category

Silver


Additional Information

Literature:
F. Moitinho de Almeida/Rita Carlos
"Inventário de Marcas de Pratas Portuguesas e Brasileiras"
séc. XV a 1887
pp. 113 e 182



Closed Auction