Casket - Baroque - Enamel, Silver gilt - Second half 17th century
An important repoussé silver gilt casket or so-called "Prunkkassette" with carrying handles to the side and resting on four small ball feet, adorned with painted enamel plaques which are framed with fine silver filigree work. The plaques are decorated with scenes of classical mythology and floral motifs. Austria (probably Vienna) . Baroque. 2nd half of the 17th century. Dimensions: W 18,5cm ; H 14cm ; D 13. 5cm ; weight: 1,2 kg
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An important repoussé silver gilt casket or so-called "Prunkkassette" with carrying handles to the side and resting on four small ball feet, adorned with painted enamel plaques which are framed with fine silver filigree work. The plaques are decorated with scenes of classical mythology and floral motifs. Austria (probably Vienna) . Baroque. 2nd half of the 17th century. Dimensions: W 18,5cm ; H 14cm ; D 13. 5cm ; weight: 1,2 kg