Chair with skirted sides, hinged seat opens to reveal box; back cut out and engraved with birds, geometric and organic forms, the whole gilt. Seat and sides engraved with foral motifs. Marked on seat and base. H: 75mm.
AUCTION 13 |
Tuesday, June 26th,
2001 at 1:00
Important Hebrew Printed Books and Manuscripts Together With Fine Graphic and Ceremonial Art
Lot 30
MINIATURE GILT SILVER CHAIR FOR SALT.
Russia, 19th century.
Chair with skirted sides, hinged seat opens to reveal box; back cut out and engraved with birds, geometric and organic forms, the whole gilt. Seat and sides engraved with foral motifs. Marked on seat and base. H: 75mm.
Est: $400 - $600
PRICE REALIZED $400
The consignor relates that this was used by a Jewish family for the salt which is sprinkled on the Hallah at Sabbath and festival meals.