DESCRIPTION: An antique sterling overlaid crystal decanter. Features curved cuts, intersected by floral motif cuts and winding vines. Overlaid with repousse sterling fragonard courtyard scenes along with scrolled rococo floral motifs and cartouches and soaring cherubs. Finished with a sterling figural finial corked stopper. Marked on the bottom with what appears to be Egyptian silver hallmarks although uncertain due to wear of the marks over time.
CIRCA: Early 20th Ct.
ORIGIN: Possibly Egypt
DIMENSIONS: H:9.5" L:3 1/8"
CONDITION: Corked lid fits a bit off center, minor flea bites and scratches, some dents of sterling overlay allowing to be a bit loose from the crystal along the lower half of the body. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.