This pear-shaped pomander is made from silver and enamel throughout in bright colours, depicting two romantic scenes. It was made by Simon Grünwald (1867-1922), a famed Viennese goldsmith who won several awards for his delicately enameled objects.
Inside the pomander is a little open-worked lid, behind which a little perfumed sponge would be placed, ensuring that the wearer always had a nicely smelling object with her.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Size: 25 x 16 mm excluding the bale.
Weight: 7.60 grams.
Age: Late 19th to early 20th Century, circa 1890s.
Material and hallmarks: The pomander is hallmarked with an 'A' for Vienna and 'SG' for Simon Grünwald. The original silver hallmark on the bale is difficult to read.
Condition: In great antique condition with only minor wear, consistent with age: all the enamel is still intact, the original lid is still present, and the closure is still in great working order.
Please note that the antique box is for display purposes.