Art + Antiques: Featuring The Birger Sandzen Collection Part 2
Sat, Mar 7, 2020 01:00AM EST
Live Auction
Lot 39
Gilt Bronze & Pietra Dura Jewelry Casket, 19th c.
Sold for
$1,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $5,000 | $250 |
| $10,000 | $500 |
| $20,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $75,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
A late 19th c. European hexagonal jewelry casket of gilt bronze, with nicely cast putti and swag mounts, and six unique pietra dura floral medallions (semi-precious stones inlaid in slate). Hinged top encloses an interior lined with blue velvet. Measures approximately 5 3/4" x 8".
The pietra dura medallions are in great overall condition, and there are no losses to the mounts. A few individual mountings wiggle a little bit. Some tarnish to gold plating. Interior velvet is worn.