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Johann Christoph Treffler I German parcel-gilt silver tankard
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- silver
- 12cm, 4 3/4 in high
flat-chased with strapwork, marked on body and cover
Literature
Exh. Cat. Couven-Museum Aachen, 2003, no. 80
Condition
In overall good condition. Minor dents and scratches. Two dents on cover border. Legible marks under base and on cover rim. Nice quality.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Johann Christoph Treffler I was born in Augsburg around 1652. In 1680 he became a goldsmith and a citizen, and also married Anna Maria, the daughter of goldsmith Hans Jakob Baur II. Two years later he married Elisabetha, the daughter of Johann Priester III. He died in Augsburg in January 1723. His son, who was born in 1686, followed his father's profession and became a master goldsmith in 1715.