Mexican 20th Century Silver-Plated Shark Sculpture by Enrique Jolly

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...

The silver charger mounted on a velvet board, of circular form in the Neo-Grec manner, depicting a classical figural scene of a semi-clad maiden surrounded by three female attendants with an exotic colonnaded interior, within a florally decorated border with a Grotesque bust to the top and two dragons to the bottom, signed and dated to the lower left 'morel-ladeuil inv e fecit 1876' and to the lower right 'Elkington & Co.' The importance of this Victorian period silver plated charger...

STUNNING LARGE SILVER DEER SCULPTURE 20th Century Portuguese in 925% relief silver, perfect size, with hallmarks Approx. weight: 5408 g Dim.: 86.5 x 84 cm excellent conditions

Large sculpture of an eagle in silver plated metal, 20th century. Sculpture of an eagle in silver plated metal, could be a sculpture for a desk or a nice centerpiece, Empire style, ...