Antique Silver Enamel "Leda & The Swan" Cigarette Case

$2,050.00

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Antique Silver Enamel "Leda & The Swan" Cigarette Case

$2,050.00

Description

DATE: Antique, c.1900

A gorgeous antique, German made solid silver cigarette case, dating from the turn of the century, circa 1900. It features fantastic enamel the eternity of the front, displaying the mythical figures of Leda and the Swan. This is how to story goes... In Greek Mythology, Leda was the wife to the King of Sparta, who was loved by the god, Zeus. Zeus transformed himself into a swan and seduced Leda, and as a consequence she gave birth to the twins Castor and Pollux, who were hatched from eggs.

This is shown perfectly in this enamel portrait, and it remains in fantastic condition throughout. The colours are fantastic- Leda is finished with long blonde hair and a rose tinted body, while Zeus' feathers are beautifully detailed throughout. They stand in front of a lake, displaying hues of dark blue and green combined with the sunset pink and orange sky and green trees. The piece is hinged at one side, opening and closing securely.

MEASUREMENTS

9 x 7.7cm

WEIGHT

110g

MARKS

Stamped ALPACCA- German Silver

CONDITION

Very good antique condition