The silver witness to times gone by
The antique silver plate rests with fine lustre and artistic elegance - a masterpiece from a time when craftsmanship still enjoyed the highest honour. Made in Vienna between 1827 and 1854, its heavy, pure silver of 15 lots tells a story of tradition and nobility.
The curved, moulded rim frames a surface that harbours more than just metallic beauty. An unknown coat of arms adorns the flag, accompanied by an ornate monogram - silent signs of past affiliation. Who might have once owned it? A high-ranking Viennese aristocrat whose name now lies dormant in the archives of the nobility? Or perhaps a wealthy family who proudly kept it in their collection?
Its creator, the master ‘Schiffer’, immortalised his work with a hallmark, while the Viennese official hallmark - the Radlpunze - confirms the authenticity of the 15-solder silver from 1850. There are fine hammer marks on the reverse, which not only testify to the craftsman's skill, but also tell of the plate's long journey through the centuries.
It has witnessed feasts, carried fine food and reflected the candlelight in splendour. It was a silent companion at elegant tables, a witness to conversations about power, art or perhaps secret romances. Today, many decades later, it is more than just a skilfully crafted object - it is a piece of history, a tangible reminder of an era full of splendour and elegance.
Dimensions & details
- Silver 15 lot (937.5 silver)
- Weight 605.36 g (!)
- Diameter 28.3 cm
- Height 3.2 cm
