Norwegian .930 Silver and Plique-à-jour Enamel Dragestil Nef

Description:

Norwegian .930 Silver and Plique-à-jour Enamel Dragestil Nef, Bergen, late 19th/early 20th century, Marius Hammer, maker, the master salt in the form of a Viking ship with a dragon's head prow, lg. 6 1/8 in., approx. 1.6 troy oz.
Estimate $800-1,200

Neck and tail bent very slightly with related cracks to plique a jour (noticeable under direct light). Otherwise several minor cracks to panels on the outside of foot, some rubbed loss to gilding.


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