January 22, 2017 Online Catalog

111 - AUSTRIAN ROYAL VIENNA GOLD GILT HAND PAINTED URN

Hand painted scenes of classical philosophers and warriors on a cobalt and embossed gilt ground. Circa Napoleon's campaign in Egypt 1798-1801. Signed by artist "C. Heeli" or "C. Heel:". Raised gold gilt throughout. Believed to be from the series "The Golden Age". Underglaze Blue "Beehive [Bindenschild]" mark. 19th century. Measures 15" (38.10cm) high x 5 1/2" (13.97cm) wide. Weighs 3lbs., 12oz..

Pre-sale estimate $1000 - 2000