An early 20th century Austrian silver gilt and enamel box by...

Hammer

£420

An early 20th century Austrian silver gilt and enamel box by Nissel & Sikora, of rectangular form with canted corners, decorated in monochrome enamel with gilt highlighting, the cover depicting an oriental lakeside scene, opening to reveal a gilt interior, engraved to rim 'Nissel & Sikora 1.Karntnerstr. 45', 8cm x 5cm, weight 124.7gms, compete in a red leather box

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There is a small chip to the enamel on the left side of the box, and a couple of small grazes to the enamel on the same side. No other notable chips or losses to the enamel, just light scratching and wear only. No splits, denting, thinning or signs of repair to the box. Some wear to the gilt interior, concentrated at the the hinges and lip on the box, but otherwise this is in good order. Cover opens smoothly, but does not close completely flush - a small gap is left around the lip.