#186

Fine Austrian Enameled and Silver Coach With Extraordinary Scenes
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$2,300
sold
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Description
11" (28 cm.) l. 8"h. The royal coach is designed with richly-embossed silver framed windows and doors and silver feather-spoked wheels,and having enameled hand-painted scenes in the 18th century style that decorate the sides,roof,complete interior including floor,ceiling,foot rests and seats,and even the inside storage area of the driver's seats,the entire underside of the coach has enamel scenes; in all,there are more than 25 scenes and each is different. There are ten beveled glass windows,one hinged door,and decorative silver finials,winged angel center crest,and two carriage lamps. Excellent condition. Vienna,Austria,circa 1890,an extraordinary example of this art work.