Josef Carl Klinkosch (Austrian 1822-1888). Large 19th century centerpiece/jardiniere in 800 silver with silverplate insert featuring extensive floral repousse decoration throughout. Well marked. Josef Carl Klinkosch was a highly skilled Viennese silversmith, who flourished in 19th Century Europe. The son of the silversmith Carl Klinkosch apprenticed at his father’s workshop from 1835 until 1839. The young Klinkosch became a certified silversmith in 1844, taking over his father’s business in 1851. In 1864, Klinkosch formed a partnership with Stephan Mayerhofer and the pair began trading as Mayerhofer & Klinkosch. The company expanded quickly and within a few years employed several hundred workers. Mayerhofer & Klinkosch participated in the Viennese World Exhibition of 1873 and later the Parisian Exposition Universelle in 1878; at both events the firm won numerous silver and gold medals. From 1855 Klinkosch held the Imperial Warrant to the Court of Emperor Franz Josef of Austria. Klinkosch was knighted in 1879, after which he became known as Joseph Carl Ritter von Klinkosch. Hallmarked: C. Klinkosch. Dimensions: 4 3/4" high x 16 1/2" wide x 10 1/2" deep. Silver weight - approximately 46 troy ounces, not including the liner. Condition: Some minor denting and interior of bowl appropriate for age and use. A bit of discoloration surrounding the medallions to interior of bowl.

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