Figure - Tin, Silverplated

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Dési van Rhee
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Estimate  € 160 - € 200
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Description from the seller

An extraordinary and very hard-to-find antique piece:
A male figurine crafted in pewter by the renowned German factory WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik), with the factory mark visible on the figure's shoe sole.
The piece depicts an elegant gentleman dressed in a tailcoat, buttoned waistcoat, checked trousers, boots and a top hat, with a brass cigarette in his mouth.
A collectible piece belonging to the Black Americana style, highly appreciated by collectors worldwide.
Germany, late 19th century or early 20th century.

Measurements:
• Weight: 476 g
• Length: 9 cm
• Width: 4 cm
• Height: 17.5 cm

Condition: Good condition with only minor signs typical of antiques; there are slight losses of silver plating.

The photographs form part of the item description. Please examine them carefully before purchasing, as they reflect the actual state and details of the piece.

An extraordinary and very hard-to-find antique piece:
A male figurine crafted in pewter by the renowned German factory WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik), with the factory mark visible on the figure's shoe sole.
The piece depicts an elegant gentleman dressed in a tailcoat, buttoned waistcoat, checked trousers, boots and a top hat, with a brass cigarette in his mouth.
A collectible piece belonging to the Black Americana style, highly appreciated by collectors worldwide.
Germany, late 19th century or early 20th century.

Measurements:
• Weight: 476 g
• Length: 9 cm
• Width: 4 cm
• Height: 17.5 cm

Condition: Good condition with only minor signs typical of antiques; there are slight losses of silver plating.

The photographs form part of the item description. Please examine them carefully before purchasing, as they reflect the actual state and details of the piece.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
476 g
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Silverplated, Tin
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
17 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
9 cm
Depiction/theme
Pop Culture
Estimated period
1900-1910
Sold by
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1800
Objects sold
100%
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