Ludwig Neresheimer - Hanau - Emu Paperweight - Enamel, Silver gilt, Rock Crystal and Ruby (1.50ct) - c. 1900
An exceptional rock crystal paperweight depicting an emu, ca. 1900 by Ludwig Neresheimer, Hanau. Marking on base "n" for Neresheimer (Hanau) . Dimensions: 12. 3cm high, base 6. 5 x 5cm. The emu standing on a mother of pearl base, set in gilt silver with old-cut natural ruby stones. Bird finely painted. Polished egg made of rock crystal measuring approx 5. 5 x 4cm. Total estimated ruby weight: 1. 50ct. Will be sent tracked via Royal Mail.
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An exceptional rock crystal paperweight depicting an emu, ca. 1900 by Ludwig Neresheimer, Hanau. Marking on base "n" for Neresheimer (Hanau) . Dimensions: 12. 3cm high, base 6. 5 x 5cm. The emu standing on a mother of pearl base, set in gilt silver with old-cut natural ruby stones. Bird finely painted. Polished egg made of rock crystal measuring approx 5. 5 x 4cm. Total estimated ruby weight: 1. 50ct. Will be sent tracked via Royal Mail.