1880 Art Nouveau Solid Silver Sculpture Allegory Figurine Snail Girl Boy Helmet

Hello dear customers, for sale is an absolutely rare antique circa 1880's Art Nouveau solid silver figurine. This is unique figurine probably one of a kind. Superb detailed cast Allegory sculpture figurine of a humanised snail on grass field. Boy or Girl with Ancient Armour helmet with patterned skin. Mounted on green marble plinth.

It originates from a private collection in Vienna, Austria. Marked for silver with Austrian hallmarking, dog head letter''A'' and master initials''KL'' The figurine is in excellent condition with mellow patina on silver due to age. The plinth was broken at two pieces in past but now repaired and only short hairlines are visible. The sliver weight is about 370 grams, solid cast with screw mount on plinth matted with leather marble.

Measures: 3.5'' diameter on plinth x 3.25'' h. All my items are as described, all authentic and original collectable items. They are described the best way I can. All questions will be answered on time depending on the time-zone differences.

Package will be securely wrapped to prevent any damage. If needed in double box. Do not worry to contact me if you need assistance in any situation.

Will do my best to satisfy my customers.

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