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A Belle Epoque Silver Samovar, Paris, André Aucoc 1887-1911

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Start price: $1,000

Estimated price: $2,000 - $3,000

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Description: Of
bulbous form, with band of stylized acanthus leaves on neck base, applied
handles and spigot, the detachable domed lid with band of acanthus leaves on
splayed edge and ornate acanthus finial, the stand resting on three curved legs
with spreading acanthus mounts and lion’s paw feet, mounted on wood bases. The
stand is complete with its original burner. All pieces are stamped with French
Minerve 1st standard silver mark (.950) and maker’s mark: A. Aucoc.

 

Dimensions: Height
– 42 cm, overall weight – 1753 gr.

 

Condition: Small
dent in burner, missing spigot handle, dents in lid’s inner rim, otherwise
good.