Salt cellar - Mini Jardinière - table piece - .833 silver - Empire cellar

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Belgian Empire era silver salt cellar / mini jardinière with its original glass insert, dating to circa 1814–1831, in good condition, measuring 6 × 7 × 7 cm and weighing about 123 g total.

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Early 19th Century Belgian Empire Silver Salt Cellar / Mini Jardinière with Glass Insert (1814–1831)

An elegant and finely crafted early 19th century Belgian silver salt cellar, dating to the Empire / Neoclassical period (circa 1814–1831).

The piece is richly decorated with classical mask motifs, palmette ornamentation and rests on three sculptural feet, all characteristic of the Empire style inspired by antiquity. The openwork silver frame holds its original glass insert, which fits perfectly and remains in very good condition.

Such table pieces were used as open salt cellars or miniature jardinières, forming refined decorative accents on formal dining tables during the early 19th century.

Origin: Belgium

Period: 1814–1831

Material: Solid silver with glass insert

Silver weight: approx. 45 g
Total weight (incl. glass): approx. 122 g

Condition: Very good antique condition; light age-related wear consistent with use and age. The glass insert is original.

A charming and authentic example of early Belgian Empire silver, highly decorative and collectible, ideal for both silver collectors and lovers of classical interior pieces.

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Early 19th Century Belgian Empire Silver Salt Cellar / Mini Jardinière with Glass Insert (1814–1831)

An elegant and finely crafted early 19th century Belgian silver salt cellar, dating to the Empire / Neoclassical period (circa 1814–1831).

The piece is richly decorated with classical mask motifs, palmette ornamentation and rests on three sculptural feet, all characteristic of the Empire style inspired by antiquity. The openwork silver frame holds its original glass insert, which fits perfectly and remains in very good condition.

Such table pieces were used as open salt cellars or miniature jardinières, forming refined decorative accents on formal dining tables during the early 19th century.

Origin: Belgium

Period: 1814–1831

Material: Solid silver with glass insert

Silver weight: approx. 45 g
Total weight (incl. glass): approx. 122 g

Condition: Very good antique condition; light age-related wear consistent with use and age. The glass insert is original.

A charming and authentic example of early Belgian Empire silver, highly decorative and collectible, ideal for both silver collectors and lovers of classical interior pieces.

Shipping Catawiki smart services, well packed and insured .

Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Empire
Gross weight
123 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Title additional information
Empire cellar
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Belgium
Material
Crystal, Silver
Model
Mini Jardinière - table piece
Style
Antique
Colour
Silver, Transparent
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
6 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
BelgiumVerified
1614
Objects sold
100%
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