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Early 19th Century Russian Polish Alabaster and Vermeil Lantern by Nast

About the Item

Period Carved neoclassical Alabaster and Vermeil, gold on solid silver lantern. But the famous Russian/Polish Silversmith, Ludwik Bernard Nast ( Warsaw c 1821-1838). Excellent gold over silver original. Festooned Swags and Ram's Head Mounts. Original Vermeil chain and canopy as well. Stamped "Nast" in multiple places. Exquisite and a true treasure piece. Ludwik Bernard Nast is well represented in The National Museum of Warsaw and is considered one of Poland's most masterful silversmiths.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Diameter: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Alabaster,Vermeil,Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Poland
  • Period:
    Early 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1821-1838
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Loss of interior oil lamp. Original gold on silver. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Essex, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU864524896982
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