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SILVER CABINET FIGURE OF A KNIGHT GERMANY, HANAU, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

SILVER CABINET FIGURE OF A KNIGHT GERMANY, HANAU, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

A silver cabinet figure of a knight in full armour, executed in the tradition of German Historicism. The sculpture depicts an armed warrior holding a sword and shield, standing on a polygonal decorative base. The figure is distinguished by the meticulous modelling of the armour, richly adorned with relief ornament, engraved elements and heraldic motifs. Parts of the armour are highlighted with light gilding, creating a refined play of light and shadow and enhancing the sculptural articulation of the composition.Particular expressiveness is given to the figure by the knight’s face carved from ivory. This technique is characteristic of German cabinet sculpture of the late 19th and early 20th centuries and creates a subtle polychrome effect that animates the sculptural image. The helmet is crowned with a decorative plume, the shield is decorated with heraldic fleurs-de-lis, and the posture of the figure follows a calm ceremonial stance typical of historic interpretations of the knightly theme in decorative arts.The base is conceived as an architectural plinth with relief ornamental panels and cartouches. At the corners of the base are small figures of fantastic animals that reinforce the Neo-Renaissance character of the composition. In its stylistic conception and iconography, the figure refers to the celebrated bronze sculptures surrounding the cenotaph of Emperor Maximilian I in the Hofkirche in Innsbruck, which became an important source of inspiration for decorative sculpture and silverwork at the turn of the 20th century.Hallmarks: Maker’s monogram “EFES”; German national silver hallmarks – crescent moon and crown; standard mark “800”.Dimensions: Height 30 cm.Weight: 903 g.Condition: Good. Minor traces of age and use.Provenance: Private collection, Hesse.Expertise: Expert report by Dr Daniel Suebsman, 2025. CITES certificate available.

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Gilded Wood Mirror With Putti, Italy, 19th Century

Gilded Wood Mirror With Putti, Italy, 19th Century

18th Century Chest of Drawers from Italy

18th Century Chest of Drawers from Italy

Flame Colored Copper Painting by Arthur UNGER. Signed.

Flame Colored Copper Painting by Arthur UNGER. Signed.

Pair of 19th Century Classical-Style Red Vases with Accents in Gilt Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Classical-Style Red Vases with Accents in Gilt Bronze

Louis XV style gilded wood firescreen, 19th century

Louis XV style gilded wood firescreen, 19th century

Early 18th Century Dutch Landscape Painting Attributed to Théobald Michau

Early 18th Century Dutch Landscape Painting Attributed to Théobald Michau

19th Century Bust of a Young Lady in White Marble by Flli Romanelli

19th Century Bust of a Young Lady in White Marble by Flli Romanelli

Pair of Japanese Large cloisonné enamel Lamps , 19th Century

Pair of Japanese Large cloisonné enamel Lamps , 19th Century

Art Nouveau cabinet

Art Nouveau cabinet

SILVER CABINET FIGURE OF ELISABETH OF BURGUNDY, KURZ J. & CO GERMANY, HANAU, TURN OF THE 19TH AND 20TH CENTURIES

SILVER CABINET FIGURE OF ELISABETH OF BURGUNDY, KURZ J. & CO GERMANY, HANAU, TURN OF THE 19TH AND 20TH CENTURIES

An elegant cabinet figure executed by the German silversmithing firm Kurz J. & Co in Hanau at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, representing a characteristic example of historicist silverwork of this period.The figure depicts Elisabeth of Burgundy in ceremonial court attire with a crown and sceptre, symbols of her dynastic status. The sculpture is distinguished by the carefully modeled drapery of the garments and a complex system of ornamental decoration executed in chased and finely engraved techniques. The silver surface is treated with particular attention to the texture of fabrics and decorative borders, typical of high-quality productions of the Hanau silversmith workshops. The face and hands are carved in ivory, creating a striking contrast of materials and enhancing the sculptural expressiveness of the figure.The work reflects a well-established tradition among the silversmiths of Hanau at the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century of drawing upon the iconography of European monumental sculpture and historical prototypes of the Gothic and Renaissance periods. Monumental memorial figures were thus translated into the format of cabinet-scale decorative sculpture intended for collectors’ interiors and cabinets of curiosities. In such works the monumental programs of historic monuments are reinterpreted through the medium of artistic silverwork, with particular attention devoted to the detailed rendering of historical costume, elaborate ornamental decoration and the architectural composition of the base, giving the sculpture the character of a miniature memorial monument.Marks: Maker’s mark of the workshop Kurz J. & Co, Hanau; German national silver hallmarks - crescent and crown, introduced after the establishment of the imperial hallmarking system in 1884; fineness mark “800”, indicating standard German silver of 800/1000 purity.Dimensions: Height 41.5 cm.Weight: 2041 g.Condition: Good collector’s condition.Provenance: Private collection, Hesse.Expert Report: Dr Daniel Suebsman, 2025. CITES certificate.

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Restored antique cabinet

Restored antique cabinet

Children harp

Shell Plaque (Barava) from Solomon Islands, 19th Century

Shell Plaque (Barava) from Solomon Islands, 19th Century

Baccarat Cut Crystal Centerpiece Mounted on Chiseled Gilt Bronze, 19th Century

Baccarat Cut Crystal Centerpiece Mounted on Chiseled Gilt Bronze, 19th Century

Ciwara Bambara headdress in carved wood and basketry, Mali, Early 20th century

Ciwara Bambara headdress in carved wood and basketry, Mali, Early 20th century

Porcelain painting of Madame Vigée Le Brun and her daughter, 19th century

Porcelain painting of Madame Vigée Le Brun and her daughter, 19th century

Large and antique chest of drawers

Large and antique chest of drawers

SILVER CABINET FIGURE OF A KNIGHT. J. KURZ & CO. GERMANY, HANAU, TURN OF THE 19TH - 20TH CENTURIES

SILVER CABINET FIGURE OF A KNIGHT. J. KURZ & CO. GERMANY, HANAU, TURN OF THE 19TH - 20TH CENTURIES

A sculptural figure of a knight in full armour, executed in silver in the tradition of early twentieth century Historicism. The composition depicts a standing knight of the late Medieval period, clad in richly decorated plate armour engraved with ornamental motifs. In his right hand the figure holds a long sword, while the left hand supports a shield with a relief representation of a knight. The pose is solemn and static, emphasizing the monumental character of the composition and its decorative function.The surface of the armour is carefully worked and enriched with elaborate vegetal ornament executed in engraving and repoussé techniques. The breastplate, belt and protective elements of the armour are decorated with complex ornamental patterns creating a textured metallic surface. The helmet is crowned with a decorative plume, while selected details of the armour are highlighted with partial gilding.Particular expressiveness is achieved through the face carved in ivory, creating a striking contrast with the cool sheen of the silver armour. The figure stands on a substantial architectural base decorated with relief panels depicting historical scenes and small sculptural figures at the corners. The pedestal features a complex composition with oval medallions and ornamental friezes executed in repoussé.The stylistic language of the sculpture draws inspiration from the European sculptural tradition of the Renaissance and the late Medieval period. Works of this type represent a characteristic example of decorative silver produced by the workshops of Hanau, renowned for their mastery in historicist sculpture and objects of high artistic quality.Marks: German national silver mark with crescent and crown; fineness mark “800”; maker’s mark “JK” with a swan, workshop of J. Kurz & Co., Hanau.Dimensions: Height 43.2 cm.Weight: 1778 g.Condition: Good. Silver with natural patina of age. Minor traces of use. Partial gilding preserved.Provenance: Private collection, Hesse.

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Chest of drawers with mirror

Chest of drawers with mirror

4 large chairs

Antique cradle

Beautiful figure Deer

Beautiful figure Deer

Figure Girl and Sheep

Figure Girl and Sheep

19th Century Pair of Venetian Giltwood Sconces with Engraved Glass Background

19th Century Pair of Venetian Giltwood Sconces with Engraved Glass Background

20th Century Green and Orange Horse Sculpture in Blown Murano Glass from Venice

20th Century Green and Orange Horse Sculpture in Blown Murano Glass from Venice

Large Art Deco Column Stand In Amboyna Burl, 1940

Large Art Deco Column Stand In Amboyna Burl, 1940

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FELIX VON ALTERSHIEM. SCROOGE McDUCK. LOVES DOLLAR NOTE. NEO-POP ART

FELIX VON ALTERSHIEM. SCROOGE McDUCK. LOVES DOLLAR NOTE. NEO-POP ART

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RUSSIAN PRESENTATION SILVER KOVSH RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1883

RUSSIAN PRESENTATION SILVER KOVSH RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1883

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FERNAND RENAULT (1887 - 1939). “THE LOVING COUPLE” FRANCE, 1930S

FERNAND RENAULT (1887 - 1939). “THE LOVING COUPLE” FRANCE, 1930S

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VODKA EASTER SET IN THE FORM OF AN EGG, RUSSIA, 20TH CENTURY

VODKA EASTER SET IN THE FORM OF AN EGG, RUSSIA, 20TH CENTURY

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SILVER EASTER EGG. ERIK KOLLIN. FABERGÉ FIRM RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LATE 19TH CENTURY

SILVER EASTER EGG. ERIK KOLLIN. FABERGÉ FIRM RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LATE 19TH CENTURY

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HANGING OIL LAMP DESIGNED BY SERGEI VASHKOV. P.I. OLOVYANISHNIKOV & SONS RUSSIAN EMPIRE, MOSCOW, 1911

HANGING OIL LAMP DESIGNED BY SERGEI VASHKOV. P.I. OLOVYANISHNIKOV & SONS RUSSIAN EMPIRE, MOSCOW, 1911

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Fireplace clock set

Fireplace clock set

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Russian paperweight Bear.

Russian paperweight Bear.

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Chrysoprase necklace.

Chrysoprase necklace.

DISH “BACCHUS”. NEO-RENAISSANCE, IN THE MANNER OF JOHANN MICHAEL MAUCHER (1645–1701) GERMANY, 19TH CENTURY

DISH “BACCHUS”. NEO-RENAISSANCE, IN THE MANNER OF JOHANN MICHAEL MAUCHER (1645–1701) GERMANY, 19TH CENTURY

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SILVER TRAY WITH A VIEW OF THE MOSCOW KREMLIN RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1881

SILVER TRAY WITH A VIEW OF THE MOSCOW KREMLIN RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1881

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Sugar bowl. Meissen.

Sugar bowl. Meissen.

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Rococo showcase. Gallant age.

Rococo showcase. Gallant age.

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Megaphone of the Revolution

Megaphone of the Revolution

Gouache. Riga. V.D. Medvedev.

Gouache. Riga. V.D. Medvedev.

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