Viennese Silver, Enamel and Jeweled Nef, circa 1880

Depicting a man climbing a ladder to pick fruit from atop a tree, while the woman stands with her arm outstretched.

In Renaissance style.

In Renaissance Style with various shaped applied stones and strap-like figures in front and back, the silver lid opens as box.

With a figure of Neptune holding aloft a beautiful iridescent shell enclosed by three strap-work figures. The cover surmounted by three sea horses and...

This nef, made of silvered metal, takes the form of a galleon. A nef is a table ornament, usually made of precious metal such as silver, that takes the shape of a ship. This nef has ...

Large German early 20th century silver and vermeil nef German, Early 20th Century Height 80cm, width 70cm, depth 19cm This impressive sculpture of a nef was crafted by skilled German craftsmen in the early 20th century. Historically nefs were used to store spices and cutler on a dining table, but as their designs became more elaborate, they became purely decorative. The hull of the piece is intricately cast with high relief depictions of cherubs, sea creatures, scrolls, and waves among many others. Various coats of arms are cast and engraved on the nef. The deck is filled with delicate vermeil figures undertaking various tasks. The wheels as well as the bow are gilt creating a superb contrast between the several tones of metals. All pieces of this nef are wonderfully crafted, with details such as the waving...

A magnificent Antique Viennese Enamel vase in the shape of a Cornucopia supported by a Griffin figure on a pedestal foot. The entire Cornucopia Vase is covered with richly coloured ...

A gorgeous Antique Silver mounted Viennese Enamel Trinket Box in the shape of a Renaissance style cup and cover. The entire exterior and interior of this object are covered in richly coloured and detailed enamelled imaged and patterns. The exterior Body, Foot & Lid of the object features individual classical scenes set within oval cartouches surrounded by scroll floral patterning. Made in Vienna, Austrian circa 1880. Approx. Height - 21.2cm Approx. Diameter at rim - 7.6cm. Signed/Inscribed: Austrian Hallmarks. This Viennese Enamel Box...