An exquisite Art Nouveau era lion and lioness sterling silver repoussé match safe, featuring a pair of large cats.
Repoussé is a popular silversmithing technique from the late Victorian era, in which a malleable sheet of metal is hammered or pressed from the reverse side to create three-dimensional relief designs. It is typically paired with "chasing," which refines the details on the front.
The match safe is a one-of-a-kind piece and is likely a custom creation for a high-society individual. It is marked sterling on its inner rim and has match striking ridges at the bottom. The match safe is in overall great condition, but there are natural signs of wear and patina on every antique piece, so please examine all photos and don’t hesitate to ask questions.
Size: Approximately 2.5 inches x 1.5 inches (maximum height and width)
An exquisite Art Nouveau era lion and lioness sterling silver repoussé match safe, featuring a pair of large cats.
Repoussé is a popular silversmithing technique from the late Victorian era, in which a malleable sheet of metal is hammered or pressed from the reverse side to create three-dimensional relief designs. It is typically paired with "chasing," which refines the details on the front.
The match safe is a one-of-a-kind piece and is likely a custom creation for a high-society individual. It is marked sterling on its inner rim and has match striking ridges at the bottom. The match safe is in overall great condition, but there are natural signs of wear and patina on every antique piece, so please examine all photos and don’t hesitate to ask questions.
Size: Approximately 2.5 inches x 1.5 inches (maximum height and width)
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