Description:
Scandinavian Silver Footed Spice Box, probably Denmark, late 18th/early 19th century, maker's mark "MP," surmounted by a paste-inset finial, with hinged baluster-shaped body decorated with husk swags and foliage, gold-washed accents, on ovoid foot with hinged cover enclosing a second compartment, monograms to medallions on body and foot, ht. 3 1/8 in., approx. 1.2 oz.
Estimate $300-500
Goldwash rubbed.
Keywords
Denmark, MPStuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.