Augsburg Empire Silver Candlestick Friedrich Jakob Biller 1789-1791

Rare Augsburg Empire Silver Candlestick

Acquire a brilliant example of Augsburg Empire silver craftsmanship with this exceptional candlestick by the renowned master silversmith Friedrich Jakob Biller, active 1789-1791. This museum-quality piece represents the pinnacle of late 18th-century German silver artistry, combining neoclassical elegance with superb technical execution.

Exceptional Features

• Master silversmith: Friedrich Jakob Biller (active 1789-1791)
• Hallmarked with Augsburg city and master marks
• Pressed and cast silver construction
• Height: 27.8 cm
• Weight: 442 grams of solid silver
• Empire period neoclassical design
• Museum-documented maker (Bayerisches Nationalmuseum)
• Exceptional provenance and authenticity

About the Master

Friedrich Jakob Biller was a celebrated Augsburg silversmith whose work is represented in prestigious collections including the Bayerisches Nationalmuseum (Bavarian National Museum). Examples of his craftsmanship can be viewed in their permanent collection, testament to the historical and artistic significance of his work. Augsburg was one of Europe's most important centers for silver production, and pieces bearing Augsburg hallmarks are highly prized by collectors worldwide.

Historical Significance

This candlestick dates to the Empire period (1789-1791), a time when neoclassical design principles dominated European decorative arts. The clean lines, classical proportions, and refined detailing exemplify the aesthetic ideals of this important period in art history.

Condition & Details

Excellent condition with minimal denting (as noted), remarkable for a piece over 230 years old.

🏛️ Maker: Master Friedrich Jakob Biller, Augsburg
📅 Period: 1789-1791, Empire period
📏 Dimensions: Height 27.8 cm
⚖️ Weight: 442 grams solid silver
✨ Marks: Augsburg city and master hallmarks
🏺 Museum Reference: Bayerisches Nationalmuseum
📍 Location: Artemisia Fine Arts & Antiques Ltd, Malta

A museum-quality investment piece for serious collectors of antique silver, German decorative arts, or Empire period antiques.