Lot 185
  • 185

Noix de coco montée en vermeil, non poinçonnée, probablement Alemagne, vers 1560

Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description

  • the mounts engraved with arabesques and profiles, alternate wrigglework shading at the containing strapsand vase stem, owner's mark at the lip and repeated under the foot

  • Haut. 17cm
  • 6 3/4 in high
le col gravé d'arabesques et de profils humains, les montures gravées alternativement de hachures, de méme que sur la tige, marque du propriétaire sur le col et sous le pied

Condition

Traces of inscribed name in scripts under the foot possibly starting CR or RC and connected with owners mark, nice colour and thick gilding throughout, some minor pitting under foot, engraved work still pretty crisp, interesting detail to ornament, overall provincial but characterful and satisfying with interesting details
"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.
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