An exceptional, fine and impressive, large pair of antique German silver table pheasants; part of our continental ornamental silverware collection
DescriptionThese exceptional antique cast German silver table ornaments have been realistically modelled in the form of a pair of pheasants.
Each of the silver pheasant ornaments has been embellished with fine details reproducing the plumage, in addition to the bird's anatomical features.
These exceptional birds are embellished with the original tail feathers; the tails are larger than typical examples of this style.
Both the large cock and hen is further ornamented with impressive cast silver hinged wings; the hinged components indicates the high quality of these pieces.
These exceptional antique silver pheasant ornaments are the finest of their type you could hope to acquire.
Date: Circa 1870
ConditionThese antique silver pheasant ornaments are an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
The cast decoration is all very sharp.
The German hallmarks to the surface of each bird's tail are all very clear.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this German silverware.
DimensionsCock
Length from tip of beak to end of tail 46.2cm/18.2"
Width 8.3cm/3.3"
Width with wings extended 22.3cm/8.8"
Height to top of head 20.6cm/8.1"
Hen
Length from tip of beak to end of tail 48.6cm/19.1"
Width 12.4cm/4.9"
Width with wings extended 21.8cm/8.6"
Height 10.8cm/4.3"
Total Weight38.8 troy ounces/1207g
Origin: Germany, Europe
Maker: Untraced Maker's Mark
