Sterling Silver and Guilloche Enamel Powder Box by Georg Adam Scheid

A very fine edwardian sterling silver powder box with guilloche enamel in translucent ivory. The lid is decorated with a elegantly colorful painted enamel bouquet of wildflowers tied with a blue ribbon and the sides with complementary floral sprigs. The gilt interior is stamped with imperial austrian hallmarks and the master silversmith's for georg adam scheid.

Scheid was a silversmith to the imperial family and was particularly known for beautiful enameled items such as boxes, compacts, parasol handles and miniature clocks. This box would make an elegant spot for jewelry or other small items. Dimensions: 4 1/16" diameter; 1 5/8" high.

Condition: excellent, very minor surface wear visible upon close inspection in strong raking light. This item is made of silver and sterling, sterling silver, continental silver, 925 silver.

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