19C antique silver n silverplated vase w crystal glass Tibetan Chinese Foo dogs ^Sale

This antique silver vase (tazza) stands are truly intriguing piece, which are sure to create interest and conversation at any dining table, or in any home. Great cut crystal glass crowns the top. Uncommon centerpiece comprising Tibetan silver Foo Dogs at base of incredible craftsmanship, hand chased, engraved and casting of finest quality. They bear the silver standard hallmark of Swedish Import for 19th century. Above is pierced column that is silver-plated brass likely. This beautiful vase is ready for fruit, snack, cookies or candy.

Size app.: 33 cm (roughly 13 in) high, 22 cm (roughly 8,6 in) diameter of top, and 19 cm (roughly 7,5 in) diam of base. Very Good condition, normal wear, scratches to glass, minor losses. Please study good resolution images for cosmetic condition. In person actual item may appear darker or brighter than in our pictures, strictly depending on sufficient light in your environment. Weight of app. 1,25 kg is going to measure 3 kg packed for shipment.

History of the Tazza ‘Tazza’ translates to ‘cup’ in Italian, and a common questions is "what is a tazza used for?” The tazza is usually used for serving smaller items of food, such as hors d’oeuvres. The word has become slightly archaic, and mostly only refers to antique tazzas, rather than new pieces of silverware, or tazzas made from other material, such as glass or ceramics. A tazza stand may be used for ornamental or purposes, and particularly silver tazzas may be used as decoration, as they can be used to hold items for display, much like a pedestal. Just as with all antique silver tableware, tazzas would have been made or be used in the homes of wealthy and aristocracy, as the value of the silver would have meant that these pieces were too much of a luxury for most families.