Lot 187
  • 187

Grand calice en vermeil, Valence vers 1500, et patène partiellement en vermeil, poinçon difficilement lisible

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description

  • the foot with six cartouches, five chased with flowers, the last with a Crucifixion scene, the knot decorated with six heads (four of saints, the Virgin and the Christ), partly enamelled, the paten chased with the Passion tools with a cross
  • 810 gr; haut. 23,5 cm
  • 26oz; 9in high
le pied formé de six cartouches, cinq ciselés de fleurs et rinceaux, le dernier ciselé d'une crucifixion, le noeud orné de six têtes, quatre de saints, la Vierge et le Christ, en partie émaillés, la patène ciselée des instruments de la Passion autour d'une croix 

Condition

In overall good condition. Traces of soldering on stem. The enamelled motives on the knot partly worn. Marks: on foot, town mark very legible. On the paten, the partly legible mark could also be that of Valencia. Extraordinary quality of chasing.
"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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