Pair of Early 19th Century Spelter Metal, Political Satire Figurines

Pair of Early 19th Century Spelter Metal, Political Satire FigurinesPolitical satire came into its own in the Georgian Period in England with William Hogarth having led the way in the early 18th century and James Gillray taking up the torch after. It was a time of caustic political and social commentary, and figures such as these were not uncommon. These metal statuettes candlesticks wear period costumes. Their faces are typical of the caricatures depicted in cartoons of the era exaggerated and comical. Dimension:

Published by Francis Naumann Fine Art

Jade and 22k Yellow Gold Bracelet

One American Indian carved and embellished box

Stamped with the Shell mark

to create photographs referencing domestic scenes

5tcw total

5mm diamonds of fine color and clarity

Good condition with some voids and cracks

The heart is approximately 1” and pendant 1 1/2” overall

approximately 1900-1909

075ct diamonds for a total carat weight of 1

Humidor measures 5 1/2" x 5 1/2" x 8 3/4"