German Silver Reindeer with Sleigh attributed to Schleissner & Söhne, 1890s

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German silver reindeer with sleigh by Schleissner & Söhne A silver centerpiece of a reindeer with sleigh in Rococo style, … Read more German silver reindeer with sleigh by Schleissner & Söhne A silver centerpiece of a reindeer with sleigh in Rococo style, featuring a cherub as the coachman and a reindeer in front of the sleigh. This centerpiece consists of separate pieces: the sleigh, reindeer, and reins are made of German silver. The silver is German hallmarked with a crescent moon and crown, the German silver hallmark used since 1886. The number "830S" indicates 830/000 purity of silver. The silversmith hallmark of the silversmith Johann Daniel Schleissner & Söhne, founded in 1817.

The measurement is 13,5 cm high (reindeer), 22 cm wide and the depth is 5,5 cm The total weight is 386 grams This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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