2324800

Very Large Solid Silver Twin Handled Decorated #2324800

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Silver Start Price:90.00 USD Estimated At:0.00 USD
Very Large Solid Silver Twin Handled Decorated #2324800
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You are considering a highly ornate and very large oval Silver Bowl purchased from Cyprus in the 1970s.

The body of the bowl is decorated with an image of a twin headed Byzantine Eagle with spread wings, on each side; the twin headed eagle wears a cap surmounted by a crucifix. In each claw each eagle holds a spear and a globus pallidus.

The bowl stands on 4 stylized clawed feet.

There is an ornate swivelled handle on each side of the silver bowl, also in silver, in the form of a Sphynx protome.

The bowl bears a "800" stamp on the rim externally, near the Byzantine Eagle.

Height: 4 1/4 inches.

Diameter: 12 inches (handles folded down).

Weight: 800 g.

Excellent undamaged condition.

A superb investment.



Provenance:

We have acquired a large collection of solid silver items from the deceased estate of a Greek Doctor who resided in Greece and Cyprus. This connoisseur collector amassed a large collection of solid silver objects from 1950 to 1980. The items were purchased all over the Middle East - Greece, Cyprus, Beirut, Lebanon, Turkey. All are solid silver, bearing a hallmark of 800 or 900. All items carry a 100 % money back guarantee regarding authenticity. Many of the objects are based on ancient classical themes, and most of the styles are no longer produced. They constitute a fantastic artistic and financial investment; all seem to be of post World War II manufacture.

For corollaries see:

Miller's Antiques Price Guide CN5511.

Christie's Interiors Catalogue, ...
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<tr><td>Condition:good</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:1930</td></tr>






<tr><td>Title:Very Large Solid Silver Twin Handled Decorated</td></tr>



<tr><td>Location:PARIS FRANCE</td></tr>
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