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RARE SILVER EROTIC MUSICAL BOX ITALY, 1930s

RARE SILVER EROTIC MUSICAL BOX ITALY, 1930s

An elegant silver musical box with an automatic mechanism, combining the functions of a cigarette case and a mechanical miniature scene. The rectangular case is crafted in 800 standard silver, featuring fine guilloché decoration and an ornamental border along the edges of the lid and body. The upper section opens to form a gilded cigarette tray, beneath which the musical mechanism is concealed.The interior is richly gilded and decorated with a relief composition depicting a pastoral landscape with architectural motifs and decorative elements inspired by Neorococo aesthetics. At the centre is a movable figurative scene showing a couple dressed in 18th century costumes, executed in polychrome metal against a dark contrasting ground. When the mechanism is wound, the scene animates to musical accompaniment, creating the effect of a theatrical miniature and emphasising the playful, gallant character of the object.The high artistic quality, mechanical complexity and the rarity of erotic subject matter in silver musical boxes make this piece an exceptional example of decorative and applied arts of the first half of the 20th century. A probable attribution points to the Italian silversmithing tradition of Sicily, with a possible connection to the circle of Palermo workshops specialising in refined interior accessories and objects of private use.Hallmarks: Italian assay mark “800”. Maker’s mark not identified, possibly lost or concealed beneath structural elements.Dimensions:Height: 3.2 cmWidth: 9.2 cmLength: 5.7 cmMaterial: 800 standard silver, gilding, mechanical musical movement, mixed metal elements.Condition: Good. Overall well preserved considering age. Minor signs of wear and superficial scratches. Gilding to the interior preserved. Mechanism in working order.Provenance: Private collection.

Revel. The Dome Cathedral. Alexander Yakovlevich Kramarev (1886-1975)

Revel. The Dome Cathedral. Alexander Yakovlevich Kramarev (1886-1975)

Revel. The old tavern in Yekaterinental. Alexander Yakovlevich Kramarev (1886-1975)

Revel. The old tavern in Yekaterinental. Alexander Yakovlevich Kramarev (1886-1975)

Telescope "W & J. George Ltd, London"

Telescope "W & J. George Ltd, London"

Ceramic vase

Porcelain vase Figure

Porcelain vase Figure

20th century 20`s Russia Verbilki Porcelain figure Man with bread

20th century 20`s Russia Verbilki Porcelain figure Man with bread

Porcelain agitation tin with Lenin`s brassiere Less political chatter

Porcelain agitation tin with Lenin`s brassiere Less political chatter

A group of biscuit figure

A group of biscuit figure

Painted porcelain plate

Painted porcelain plate

Mantel clock in Louis XV style

Mantel clock in Louis XV style

Mantel clock in gilded bronze in Louis XV style, richly decorated with decorative elements with figures of playing Putti. Full of playful charm and lovely carelessness, the stylized tree trunk is complemented by crown and rocaille waves. Decorated with vine garlands and a whirlwind of root currencies and base vignettes, the plot revolves around carefree Putti playing with a kid that represents Bacchus. The clock keeps track of the time of happiness, instilling seriousness and sustainability in joy with this large trunk of the tree of life.Manufactory stamp: Guiche Palais Royal 147.The watch is in working condition, a complete revision of the mechanism has been carried out.

Romantic Volkstedter couple.

Romantic Volkstedter couple.

Front of Fireplace Andirons

Front of Fireplace Andirons

Ceramic vase

Ceramic vase

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Porcelain plate Girl by the stream

Faience figure Parrot

Faience figure Parrot

Polonsk porcelain figure Tara Bull

Polonsk porcelain figure Tara Bull

Golden powder box. Violettes Paris. Around 1860.

Golden powder box. Violettes Paris. Around 1860.

Round gold enamel powder box Violettes Paris circa 1860. On a noble, dark brown background with a golden net and antique grotesques, the lid depicts a preening nymph with a cupid adorning her hair. The vignette at the base depicts a flirtatious scene, apparently with the same cherub, dove and basket of flowers, again in pursuit of the escaping mistress. Labeled: Violettes Paris. On the inside of the rim there is a memorial date: April 18, 1880. Parisian gold hallmarks from 1838, corresponding to 750 standard, are on the bottom of the powder compact. Inside the lid there is an original mirror. Height: 3cm. length-5cm. Weight:73.94g

Ceramic figure ``Motherhood``

Ceramic figure ``Motherhood``

French carriage clock with porcelain painting, neo-rococo style. The turn of the 19th-20th centuries.

French carriage clock with porcelain painting, neo-rococo style. The turn of the 19th-20th centuries.

Model of Japanese armor Yoroi. Periodo Meiji (1868-1912)

Model of Japanese armor Yoroi. Periodo Meiji (1868-1912)

French crystal jug with silver.

French crystal jug with silver.

Panel Africa in Art Deco style

Panel Africa in Art Deco style

Pair of portrait miniatures Louis XV and Marquise de Pompadour

Pair of portrait miniatures Louis XV and Marquise de Pompadour

Gilded silver coffee pot

Gilded silver coffee pot

Crystal serving dish with silver finish

Crystal serving dish with silver finish

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