Antique Austrian Prussian Bronze Griffin form Aquamanile
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Directory: Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Metals: Pre 1930: Item # 1459301
Directory: Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Metals: Pre 1930: Item # 1459301
Antique Austrian- Prussian Bronze Griffin form Aquamanile. The tankard griffin the body upon close inspection shows oxblood red lacquer under the trace remains of gold leaf. The Tankard has a cylindrical interior, but the base is wider, the water poured through the head and filling the cavity around the interior cylinder. The griffin seems to be Austrian it reminds me of Hapsburgs style griffin, well cast the griffin seems to be bolted on a plate between the gothic like base and the lower floral body on the cup. Most all gold has worn away expect for the lid that shows little wear but seems to be original to the piece. Unmarked probably 19th c size 9" by 9.5". The griffin is very slightly loose due to the way it was mounted and is not damaged.
