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April 2021 Fine Art and Estate Auction

Large Silver Sculpture of a Tall Masted Ship, Nef

This auction ended on April 25, 2021.

Start price: $2,500

Estimated price: $5,000 - $6,000

Buyer's Premium: 25%

Description

Item/Description: 20th Century .915 silver model of a Spanish ship or "nef". This impressively large and very detailed three-masted galleon features a pierced gallery and crew on board deck and in crows nests. The hull is decorated in relief and the front is applied with a cast silver stylized sea monster. The deck is applied with cannons. Hallmarked with Spanish silver hallmarks (.915 silver, used from 1934). Hallmarked on upper post flap: B, M, TOI, star in circle. Unknown maker. Tests between .915 silver and .925 – sterling silver)

Material: .915 Silver.

Dimensions: Length: 33 1/2"; Width: 10"; Height: 27 1/2". Weight: 180 troy ounces (5598 grams).

Condition: Very Good. Surface wear

Age: 1960s-1970s.

Provenance: Private Estate.

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