A delicate Royal Vienna urn with lid, made in two parts and bolted together at the stem, ca. 1880. The ovoid urn has handles at either end and measures approx. 7-1/4 to the top of the finial x 6"W x 3-1/4"D. The sides are decorated with scenic pictures; one of two cherubs riding on dolphins in the sea and the other with three cherubs and a maiden holding a tamborine in an idyllic woodland scene. Above and below the scenes are aqua glazes with elaborate overglazes in gilt over enamel. The underside has a blue Royal Vienna mark in the underglaze and "26075...Tanz" in gilt script. A beautifully executed piece.
300/500 Sold $494.50
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