Two hexagonal tiers chased and pierced, each surrounded by balustrade. Upper section with arched and pierced windows; surmounted by tiled steeple and flag finial. Set on circular base. Hinged door. Marked “I.F.” Height: 8.25 inches.
AUCTION 60 |
Thursday, November 14th,
2013 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts, Autograph Letters, Graphic Art and Ceremonial Objects
Lot 443
GERMAN SILVER SPICE TOWER.
Two hexagonal tiers chased and pierced, each surrounded by balustrade. Upper section with arched and pierced windows; surmounted by tiled steeple and flag finial. Set on circular base. Hinged door. Marked “I.F.” Height: 8.25 inches.
Nuremberg, late 18th century
Est: $14,000 - $18,000
PRICE REALIZED $15,500
For A similar example, see Israel Museum Catalogue, The Stieglitz Collection (1987) no. 63.