2545/​8122

A German silver frame, of upturned oval shape. Apparently no maker's mark, fineness 835. Early-20th century. Visible size c. 8.5×5.5 cm.

A German silver frame, of oval lying shape, top cast med gilded crown, garlands and Roman numeral XXV. Presumably used in the occasion with a 25 silver anniversary. Maker R. Ratfisch. Early-20th century. Visible size c. 8.5×11.5 cm.

An English sterling silver frame, of circular shape, top cast bow and garlands. Maker E. Mander & Son, Birmingham 1905–1906. Visible size diam. c. 7 cm. (3)

Provenance: ”The Historical Collection of Four Princesses From the Cavalier House of Glücksburg Castle”. The cultural heritage after the sisters, Her Highness Princess Elisabeth of Ysenburg and Büdingen, née Princess of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg (1945–2024), Her Highness Princess Irene of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg (b. 1946), Her Highness Princess Margaretha of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg (b. 1948), and Her Highness Princess Sibylla Ursula of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg (b. 1955). Online auction no. 2545 at Bruun Rasmussen Arts Auctioneers in Lyngby, 3 November, 2025.

Condition

Minor wear due to age and use, including few and small marks and scratches, plus a bit worn back supports. Lying oval: Glass missing and repaired back support plus old glue on a shorter area between frame and backing.

Additional Remarks

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Auction
Category

Silver ▸ Silver

Estimate

2,000–3,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

3,800 DKK  

11 bids

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