Bidspirit auction | A CONTINENTAL BAROQUE STYLE SILVER

A CONTINENTAL BAROQUE STYLE SILVER AND ONYX MIXOPARTHENOS TAZZA BASE, 19TH C. - An exquisite object de vertu from Continental Europe, baroque eclectic style, dated as the second half of the 19th century. This tazza base, made out of silver and banded agate, has a central motif of a mythological Mixoparthenos and a double-tailed mermaid from the Black Sea. A Garland with musical instruments runs all around the onyx section. Several silver hallmarks are present but of difficult to read. The piece itself probably originally supported a bowl. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not ship in-house. A list of recommended shippers will be provided. Dimensions: H: 7 1/2 in., (19 cm.) Condition: Very Good. Normal Superficial Wear And Age.