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Bol à brandy hollandais en argent, probablement par Johannes Foppes, Leeuwarden, 1654
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
octagonal, engraved with scenes from the Gospels and biblical reference, The Woman of Samaria; the Annunciation; Mary and Elizabeth; The Nativity; The Wise Men; The Flight into Egypt and The Baptism of Christ, armorial engraved and initialled AER and LWH
- Long. 22.5cm
- 8 3/4 in wide over handles
de forme octogonale, le corps gravé de scènes de la Bible et des Evangiles - La Samaritaine, l'Annonciation, Marie et Elisabeth, la Nativité, les Rois Mages, la Fuite en Egypte et le Baptême du Christ - d'armoiries timbrées d'un heaume de chevalier et des initiales AER et LWH
Condition
Also struck with an unidentified mark K in a double circle, marks are only fairly clear, maker's mark double struck, one handle slightly bent downwards, handles interesting and strong design, later gilt interior, general condition good, engraving crisp, nice object.
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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
Le bol à brandy hollandais (brandewijnskoppen), objet typique du nord de la Hollande (Frise et Groningue), apparaît dans les inventaires au XVIIe siècle. Remplis de brandy et de baies et accompagnés habituellement d'une cuillère, ils sont généralement offerts lors d'un mariage ou d'une naissance et sont souvent utilisés pour boire à la santé du couple.