Fish serving slice, Germany, 19th century
Description
Medium: silver (12 loth standard, approx. 750‰) with ebony handle
Weight: 112 g; Dimensions: 36.5 x 8 cm
Hallmarks: “12” loth standard mark (approx. 750‰ silver); city mark (Altenburg); maker’s mark; assay line mark
Provenance
Private Collection, Romania
Location
Bucharest, Romania
Share
Bidding begins May 5, 10:00 CET+1 
Favourite
Description
A fish serving slice of elongated, near-rectangular form, the blade pierced in an openwork grille and overlaid with a relief representation of a fish. The surface is further enriched with a garland of flowers, rendered in a restrained decorative manner associated with the Biedermeier aesthetic.
The blade combines hammering, piercing and casting techniques, creating a balance between structural lightness and ornamental detail. The handle is made of wood, likely ebony, providing both insulation and a visual contrast to the silver.
The hallmarking reflects the German or Austrian system in use prior to 1888, when silver fineness was expressed in loth. The presence of the “12” mark indicates a 12 loth standard (approx. 750‰), while an additional assay line confirms testing of the metal. The city mark is not fully legible, and the maker’s mark, possibly “AC B”, remains unidentified.
The works of art which are subject to artist resale royalty rights ('droit de suite') are marked with an * in the description of the work of art. The amount of the royalties is calculated using a sliding scale of percentages of the Hammer Price.
Lots featured on Ans Azura’s platform may be subject to export regulations in the country where they are located and import regulations in the country where they will be shipped to. The location of each Lot is marked in its description.You are responsible for ensuring that you understand and comply with all relevant laws or regulations applicable in relation to the export or import of any Lot that you intend to purchase.
By registering to bid in auctions and by bidding on the Ans Azura platform you agree to the Bidder’s and Buyer’s Terms and Conditions which you may consult here. Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully. By bidding you accept personal liability to pay the Purchase Price consisting of the Hammer Price and the Buyer’s Premium plus the applicable Buyer's Expenses. Please note that the Total Cost Calculator will display the amount including the estimated Buyer’s Premium, exclusive of related artist resale royalties and any shipping expenses and all duties, taxes, VAT, and/or custom processing fees payable by the Buyer.
