Scaled body with many articulated joints and amphibious-like fins; hinged head, with eyes inlaid with green cabochon stones surrounded by flower-like sockets. Length: 9 inches.
AUCTION 62 |
Thursday, June 26th,
2014 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Books, Manuscripts, Autograph Letters, Graphic and Ceremonial Art
Lot 311
SMALL CONTINENTAL SILVER FISH-FORM SPICE CONTAINER.
Scaled body with many articulated joints and amphibious-like fins; hinged head, with eyes inlaid with green cabochon stones surrounded by flower-like sockets. Length: 9 inches.
Early 20th century
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Should be seen. Although of typical generic style, this particular example is unusually idiosyncratic.