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Silver Dish with the Judgment of King Solomon — Nuremberg, Germany, 19th Century
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£1,371.89
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About the Item
A finely crafted 19th-century silver dish from Nuremberg, distinguished by its rich repoussé decoration and a vividly rendered biblical narrative at its center. The dish is formed with a lobed circular outline, its profile recalling the soft curvature of rose petals, a design that lends both elegance and rhythmic movement to the form.
The inner walls of the dish are elaborately chased and worked in high repoussé, adorned with large, abundant fruits intertwined with scrolling foliate and floral motifs, evoking themes of prosperity, wisdom, and divine blessing. Each lobed section of the wall is carefully defined by a beaded border, which separates and articulates the petal-like segments with precision and refinement. These beaded divisions descend harmoniously toward the base, where they converge into a continuous circular beaded band, providing a visually cohesive and satisfying transition to the central medallion.
At the heart of the dish is an intricately chased depiction of the Judgment of King Solomon, drawn from the Book of Kings. King Solomon is shown seated upon his throne, holding his scepter in one hand while extending his other hand in a commanding gesture toward one of his officers. The officer stands to the side, a sword raised in his right hand, while a crying infant hangs from his other arm, heightening the dramatic tension of the scene.
Before the king stand the two women of the narrative: one woman, overcome with anguish, pleads desperately, her arms outstretched toward the child, imploring the officer to halt the terrible act; the second woman stands apart, her posture and gesture indicating cold acquiescence to the king’s command. At her side lies a motionless infant, underscoring the emotional and moral contrast between the two figures. Solomon’s decisive gesture and the reactions of the figures encapsulate the moment in which true motherhood is revealed through compassion.
The scene is rendered with remarkable attention to detail: draped textiles hang in the background, architectural elements frame the court, and the stone-tiled floor beneath the figures is meticulously articulated, adding depth and realism to the composition. The high level of chasing and modeling demonstrates the exceptional skill of Nuremberg silversmiths, long renowned for their narrative silverwork.
Completing the design are two applied auriform scroll handles, gracefully positioned on either side of the dish. Their flowing, organic shapes echo the foliate decoration of the interior, enhancing both the aesthetic balance and the functional elegance of the piece.
This dish stands as a superb example of 19th-century Nuremberg silver, combining refined decorative vocabulary with a powerful biblical narrative. It is a work of both artistic and symbolic significance, reflecting the enduring appeal of Solomon’s wisdom and the high craftsmanship associated with one of Germany’s most important historic centers of silversmithing.
Hallmarked on the lower side of the inner bowl.
Weight: 4.12 oz
- Dimensions:Height: 1.97 in (5 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.5 cm)Depth: 5.32 in (13.5 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1800s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5281248023522
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