Fantastically engraved with floral and acanthus leaf motifs surrounded by C-scrolls on all its bulbous sides harmoniously. A sumptuous gourd and vine leaf decoration is prominently applied to the top center of the hinged cover. Four chased C-scroll legs and foliate motifs are set at the corners supporting the box.
The Alt Vien hallmark refers to a historical silver hallmark used in Vienna, Austria, during the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The term "Alt Vien" (German for "Old Vienna") is commonly associated with the silver marks used in Viennese silversmithing before the official Austro-Hungarian hallmarking system was introduced in the mid-19th century.
15.8cm Length x 12.2cm Width x 13cm Height
Marked with the Alt Vien hallmark at the back of the box.
14.45ozt
Great condition, a few light dents on corners.
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