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A marvelous antique candle sconce, made from an Ostrich egg and solid hand-tooled silver
Superb repousse ornamentation throughout
The candle …
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A marvelous antique candle sconce, made from an Ostrich egg and solid hand-tooled silver
Superb repousse ornamentation throughout
The candle holder bowl is a stylized floral bloom
Reticulated back plate
Quite unique item
Antique, second half of the 19th/very early 20th century. Indo-British, Thai or Southeast Asian, intended for the European market
Measurements: Approx. 13" tall overall x 9" deep x 7.5" diameter of the back plate
Weighs about 952 grams or 2 lbs. 1.5 oz.
Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos below. All original. Silver parts exhibit beautiful noble patina, developed over time. The ostrich egg has a crack as pictured and small pieces missing at the joint with the base. Of course, with simple tooling, it can be replaced or repaired. Displays exceptionally well nevertheless!
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- Dimensions
- 7.5ʺW × 9ʺD × 13ʺH
- Styles
- Asian
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Very Good overall. Please see photos below. All original. Silver parts exhibit beautiful noble patina, developed over time. The ostrich … moreVery Good overall. Please see photos below. All original. Silver parts exhibit beautiful noble patina, developed over time. The ostrich egg has a crack as pictured and small pieces missing at the joint with the base. Of course, with simple tooling, it can be replaced or repaired. Displays exceptionally well nevertheless! less
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