Ca. 1900 Georg Roth Germany 800 Silver Stash Box Embossed & Chased Hunt Scenes

FINE ANTIQUE GERMAN .800 SILVER LARGE TABLE BOX REPOUSSE WORKED & HAND CHASED WITH HUNT SCENES BY ESTEEMED HANAU SILVERSMITH GEORG ROTH Workmanship, attention to detail and finishing place Roth's hollowware at the pinnacle of Hanau silversmiths active at the close of the 19th century. In addition to impressive scale and weight of this handsome box, the Renaissance inspired hunt scenes are visually compelling Crisp Georg Roth & Co. pseudo hallmarks with 800 metal purity stamp are illustrated in close-up images. Critical review of current and historic offerings of late19th century Hanau silver boxes ranks this impressive coffer as among Roth's best work. Condition is spectacular with interior gilding 90%+ intact. 2" high, 6 1/8" wide, 3 7/8" deep (5.0cm x 15.5cm x 9.8cm) 12.5 troy ounces or 388 grams Remarkably well preserved overall - no damage or significant wear. Crisp hallmarks on top and right side lip. See close-up photos.