KNIGHTS MAXIMILIAN I AND FERDINAND II ON HORSEBACK. HANAU, CIRCA 1910

Emperor Maximilian I (1459–1519), known as the “last knight,” and Ferdinand II of Aragon (1452–1516), consort of Isabella of Castile, were pivotal monarchs of the 16th century. The Battle of the Spurs in 1513, commemorated in these works, marked a notable military victory for Anglo-Flemish forces over the French.

As works of decorative art, these table sculptures hold dual significance: tributes to the legacy of European chivalry and masterpieces of German silversmithing. Neresheimer’s creations are so masterfully executed that they have often been mistaken for 17th-century originals, underscoring their extraordinary level of craftsmanship.

Good condition. Minor age-related wear. Small dents to decorative elements. Traces of original gilding. Movable parts function well. Faces are modeled in a material imitating bone. Clear marks.Condition information is provided for guidance only.

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