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Large Antique German Silver Perched Bird Spice Box

About the Item

Large turn-of-the-century German 800 silver figural spice box. A bird grips a gnarly branch with scaly talons. Sweet and downy with tucked-down wings. Head detachable. Marked. Weight: 27 troy ounces.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BW8991stDibs: LU898035376632

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