Lot 65
  • 65

A Limoges gilt copper and cloisonné enamel Ciborium probably 14th/15th century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description

  • 36.5cm. high
the cover with four angels among foliate scrolls, surmounted by tapering knopped finial and cross ornament, raised on knopped stem and circular domed foot inlaid with four coats-of-arms among foliate scrolls

Condition

In overall good condition with some minor dents, marks, scratches and wear to the gilding. Some smaller losses and minor craquelé to the enamels. Minor warping, a.o. to the cover (thus not closing firmly). Small loss to connection of foot and stem (one dent to ornamentation missing), slightly loose. Bolt to hasp missing.
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