Greek Orthodox, Kantzia incense burner / thurible
Greek Orthodox
Kantzia incense burner / thurible
19th century
sterling silver parcel-gilt, brass
9.5 h x 16.25 w x 5.25 d in (24 x 41 x 13 cm)
Incense burner features a caparisoned hippalectryon supporting a church, further adorned with nine bells and a winged putto head. Impressed manufacturer's mark to top '925'. 61.21 ozt. (gross weight).
This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Condition Report: Loss of gilt decoration throughout. Bend to top cross element. Looseness and oxidation to angel decoration at tip.
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Greek Orthodox
Kantzia incense burner / thurible
19th century
sterling silver parcel-gilt, brass
9.5 h x 16.25 w x 5.25 d in (24 x 41 x 13 cm)
Incense burner features a caparisoned hippalectryon supporting a church, further adorned with nine bells and a winged putto head. Impressed manufacturer's mark to top '925'. 61.21 ozt. (gross weight).
This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Condition Report: Loss of gilt decoration throughout. Bend to top cross element. Looseness and oxidation to angel decoration at tip.
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Reserve
Time, Location
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