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A large Siegburg pewter mounted 'Schnelle' last quarter 16th century
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- signed HH for Hans Hilgers
- height 37cm.
the white-glazed tapering body moulded in relief with three identical panels depicting Christ, Mary Magdalene and Saint Anne, all reserved upon a ground of scrolled foliage and fabulous creatures
Literature
For further discussion upon the use of moulded biblical and political decoration upon Siegburg 'Schnelle' by Hans Hilgers see E. Klinge, Duits steengoed / German stoneware, Rijksmuseum Amsterdam, Zwolle 1966, pp. 36-37.
Condition
some restorations / spray residue to the handle, hairline crack (ca. 5cm.) from upper rim, another to upper part of the handle
"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
Hans Hilgers worked as a potter in Siegburg between 1569 and 1595.