Késmárk ca. 1750 - Rococo - Salt cellar - .8125 silver (13 Loth)

Description: A beautiful Rococo salt vat from the mid-18th century. The model is finished with rich decorations. The rim of the vat is adorned with fanciful bird figures and fruit trees. The piece stands on three feet, formed as lions. Very exclusive piece! The piece was made in Késmárk, formerly Hungary (now Kežmarok, Slovakia).

Provenance: Késmárk, Hungary
Silversmith: unidentified
Year: circa 1750
Marks: assay marks: city mark, fineness mark 13 with duty letter H, unknown mark (three towers, possibly a master mark). V-import mark

Condition: in good condition. Openwork rim loose in places
Weight: 177.4 grams
Fineness: 812.5/1000 (13 Loth)
Dimensions: 5.3 x 10.5 x 10.5 cm
*Photos are part of the description

Auction number: A-6038

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