Bidspirit auction | A GERMAN COBALT BLUE GLASS

A GERMAN COBALT BLUE GLASS LIDDED CHEST WITH SCENES OF BADEN-BADEN, 19TH CEN. - A cobalt-blue-glass lidded chest with many brightly gilt scenes of notable landmarks from around Baden-Baden, including the Konversationshaus (now known as the kurhaus), Eberstein Castle, and the convent at Lichtenthal Abbey, among some other locations. The glass is trimmed with brass mounts and affixed with brass handles, with the hinge of the lid being decoratively chased. Many sections of the box are decorated with intricate white and gold floral imagery, including the underside of the lid. Baden-Baden, German Confederation, 19th Century. Dimensions: 5 x 3 1/4 x 4 in., (12.7 x 8.3 x 10.2 cm.) Condition: Very good overall with a nice patina on metal surfaces. Some slight fading in places. Some minor interior cracks on left side. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.