Figure - Troubadour with Lute - .950 silver

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Antique solid silver figurine, Troubadour with Lute, in .950 silver, height 18 cm, weight 352.35 g, origin France, dating to 1950–1960, in good condition with light signs of aging and inscribed Musicien de Callot.

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Antique Solid Silver Figurine – “Musicien de Callot” – Troubadour with Lute

Offered for sale is a finely crafted antique figurine in solid silver, depicting a lively musician inspired by the works of Jacques Callot.

The figure represents a troubadour playing a lute, captured in a dynamic and expressive pose. He is dressed in period costume, including hat, cloak, and boots, reflecting the characteristic style of Callot’s engravings. The detailed modeling of the garments and facial expression highlights the quality of the craftsmanship.

The figure stands on a shaped circular base and bears the inscription “Musicien de Callot,” confirming its artistic inspiration.

Details:

Material: Solid silver (hallmarked)

Subject: “Musicien de Callot” (after Jacques Callot)

Period: Late 19th – early 20th century

Origin: Europe

Height: 18cm
Weight: 352.35g

Condition: Good overall condition, with light wear and minor surface marks consistent with age (please see photos)

A highly decorative and collectible piece, ideal for collectors of antique silver and figurative art. It pairs beautifully with similar Callot-inspired figures.

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Seller's Story

We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day. We are passionate on our business. And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.

Antique Solid Silver Figurine – “Musicien de Callot” – Troubadour with Lute

Offered for sale is a finely crafted antique figurine in solid silver, depicting a lively musician inspired by the works of Jacques Callot.

The figure represents a troubadour playing a lute, captured in a dynamic and expressive pose. He is dressed in period costume, including hat, cloak, and boots, reflecting the characteristic style of Callot’s engravings. The detailed modeling of the garments and facial expression highlights the quality of the craftsmanship.

The figure stands on a shaped circular base and bears the inscription “Musicien de Callot,” confirming its artistic inspiration.

Details:

Material: Solid silver (hallmarked)

Subject: “Musicien de Callot” (after Jacques Callot)

Period: Late 19th – early 20th century

Origin: Europe

Height: 18cm
Weight: 352.35g

Condition: Good overall condition, with light wear and minor surface marks consistent with age (please see photos)

A highly decorative and collectible piece, ideal for collectors of antique silver and figurative art. It pairs beautifully with similar Callot-inspired figures.

#frenchexclu

Seller's Story

We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day. We are passionate on our business. And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
352.35 g
Silver type
.950 silver
Title
Troubadour with Lute
Country of origin
France
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
18 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
PortugalVerified
5672
Objects sold
95.76%
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