+Austria 1922 Art Deco Polychrome And Blue Enamel Round Box In 925 Sterling Silver
An art deco guilloche enamel box made in Austria.
Beautiful enamel round box, created in Vienna Austria during the art deco period, back in the 1922. This beautiful antique piece was carefully crafted in solid .925/.999 standard silver with a hinged lid and a push bottom. Fitted inside with a mirror and decorated in both sides with engine turned guilloche decoration topped with applications of translucent vivid blue enamel and a polychromate scene of two lovers.
Weight: 55.98 Grams, (35.88 Dwt).
Measurements: Diameter of 55 mm and a height of 11 mm (2.17 x 0.43 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with Austrian marks for Vienna; the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the silver, the serial numbers and signed, "MADE IN AUSTRIA 6380 STERLING".
Guilloché
Is a term used in fine jewelry or objects de Vertu to enhance the appearance of boxes, frames, brooches, rings or pendants. Guilloché enamel refers to metal pieces that have been given the Guilloché treatment and then covered with a translucent layer of enamel, giving the geometric patterns underneath the enamel a colorful hue.
Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry pouch.
Condition: The overall condition of this box is impeccable. Beside the little normal wear, there is no trace of wear to the silver. The enamel is secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D082223SNNJ/1.658