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Lot 91
  • 91

Hans Weinold German silver-gilt cup and cover

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • silver
  • 21cm, 8 1/4 in high
embossed chased and engraved with arabesques, fleur-de-lis and gadroons, detachable finial, stem and foot

Literature

Exh. Cat. Couven-Museum Aachen, 2003, no. 4

Condition

General wear to gilding; made in three parts; legible marks on foot only, the cover possibly partly regilt and a bit loose on body
"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

Hans Weinhold of Freiberg, Saxony, became a master goldsmith and married in 1578. He died in 1594.