Art Nouveau Candlesticks with Putto, Vienna, 1890s, Set of 2

Description

Pair of richly decorated candlesticks on a high base, bulging body, with a fully sculpted putto carrying a garland in … more Pair of richly decorated candlesticks on a high base, bulging body, with a fully sculpted putto carrying a garland in place of the shaft, balancing the vase-shaped spout with sculpted rams' heads on its head. Rich floral decoration, as well as integrated animal heads, removable eaves piece.

hallmarks: diana's head - viennese official hallmark 1872-1922 for 800 silver 'eg' in rectangle - master brand eduard gottsleben silver worker bibliography: waltraud neuwirth, wiener gold-und silberschmiede und ihre punzen (= viennese gold-and silversmiths and their signs), vol. I , vienna 1976, page 215 dimensions: hight: 26,5 cm / 10.43 in diameter: 10,0 cm / 3.93 in silver weight: 862 grams / 27.71 troy oz very well-maintained condition, silver cleaned and polished this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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