This was a family eirloom. It was brought here from Romania with my great grandparents and there children(my grandmother). My grandmother said she had remebered it being in her grandmothers home so now it's in its 5th generation. The details and workmanship is second to none. I happen to be a avid collector and have always wanted to get it looked at to figure out what its worth. It ia about a foot long and weighs close to 25pnds!! Everything from the top to the bronze bolts are handmade. Anyway it's a really great piece of art and would love to hear some feadback. TBA ks for looking.