19TH-CENTURY GERMAN J.G. HOSSAUER SILVER COMPOTE: Approx. 41.41 Troy ounces. Gold-Washed & Hand-Chased 19th-Century, .750 Silver Compote, having an overall Scrolling Foliate motif. Monogrammed & Dated 1852 below ''V.A.'' and a Crown, possibly Queen Victoria & Prince Albert. Stamped at Bowl Interior & Between Feet. Made by J.G. Hossauer (1794-1874) of Berlin. Approx. 10.75'' h x 12.75'' dia. Est. $4000/6000**
CONDITION: Bowl askew with a small crack & indent below the bowl.