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AUSTRIAN 1915 Sculptural Enameled Racehorse With Jockey Table-Desk Striker

$1,495
£1,134.37
€1,297.05
CA$2,088.11
A$2,321.69
CHF 1,212.26
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Austrian desk striker of a race horse with a jockey. Fabulous art deco desk smoker's striker, created in Vienna Austria, back in the 1915. The sculptural desk match striker has been designed in the shape of a racehorse with a jockey. All mounted on a rectangular beveled plinth base of black glass. This decorative piece is very unusual, crafted in spelter and decorated with colorful non glossy polychromate enamels. It is a lovely well modelled statue of a mounted jockey on horseback with reins in front of a hitching post, which have the function of matches striker. Materials: Spelter, polychromed enamel, black glass and fabric. Country: Austria. Year: Circa 1910-1915. Weight: 16.95 Grams, (10.87 Dwt). Measurements: 172 mm by 197 mm by 80 mm (6.75 x 7.75 x 3.15 Inches). Hallmarks: Signed MADE IN AUSTRIA. Condition: The overall condition of this piece is very good. Beside the normal wear, there is no damage to the metal. All parts are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity. INVENTORY REF: D072624STNG/.4529
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)Width: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8.01 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1915
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. The overall condition of this piece is very good. Beside the normal wear, there is no damage to the metal. All parts are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D072624STNG/.45291stDibs: LU8303240852702

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