Magnificent antique silver table ornament - figural salt or pepper shaker.
Outstanding hand chased and hand engraved work, super nice realistic details. 
European, probably german, circa 19th century. 
Marked with silver hallmarks and "800".
Guaranteed solid silver - 800/1000 silver standard (lower than sterling).
Size:
About 1 3/8 in. (3.6 cm) tall and about 2 1/8 in. (5.4 cm) long.
Silver weight is about 1 troy oz. (32 grams) - very heavy for the size!
Condition:
Excellent original antique condition with minor charming indication of age. No problems, no previous restoration. 
Fine quality example of antique european silver