South African and International Art

Online-Only Auction, 17 - 22 October 2018

Decorative Arts

Sold for

ZAR 3 518
Lot 46
  • An Austro-Hungarian gilt-metal casket, late 19th century
  • An Austro-Hungarian gilt-metal casket, late 19th century


Lot Estimate
ZAR 3 000 - 4 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 3 518

About this Item

An Austro-Hungarian gilt-metal casket, late 19th century
rectangular with incurved corners moulded in relief with dancing musicians, the sides with lion, wild boar and horse masks against a faux leather foliate ground, the domed cover with hunting fox and fowl finial, enclosing a maroon velvet-lined interior, raised on ball feet, with key, gilt highlights with wear, 12,5cm high


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