396

A pyx


Estimate

400 - 600


Session 1

29 June 2021



Description

Gilt and white silver, 19th century
Profuse relief and chiselled foliage inspired and medallions decoration
Domed cover of identical decoration topped by circle with pierced cross
On a raised flower shaped foot
French "Tête de Minerve" assay mark 950/1000 (1838-1972) and same date maker's mark
Engraved to base "Souvenir de Julie de la Hitte Boissonnet Ben Aknoun 1857"
(fault and restoration to a foot)

Height: 25 cm
374 g


Category

Silver



Closed Auction