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German Classical revival silver-plated casket " Kampfe von Troja" by WMF, 1906

$1,900
£1,456.59
€1,666.75
CA$2,685.13
A$2,918.63
CHF 1,562.39
MX$35,279.45
NOK 19,689.14
SEK 18,158.50
DKK 12,447.96

About the Item

An early 20th century German classical revival silver-plated jewelry casket by WMF, casket model " Kampfe von Troja" No 204 ( see 1906 WMF catalog page 299). Fully hallmarked on the underside with WMF ( Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) factory marks. The front and back panel/ friezes after the originals from the Parthenon , Athens (now at the British Museum) represent scenes from the battle of Troy. The handles are decorated with ancient Greek Theater masks cabochons. This casket is in very good age-appropriate condition, with the plating in excellent condition. However, it retains its original fabric-lined interior with removeable tray which is distressed and being sold 'as is'.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1906
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. The original silver-plated metal is in very good age-appropriate condition. The original fabric lined interior is as is with losses and is being sold as is .
  • Seller Location:
    Sleepy Hollow, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10722247900082

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