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A German silver ostrich beaker with silver and silver-gilt mounts, Koch & Bergfeld, Bremen, circa 1880
Estimate
2,500 - 4,000 EUR
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Description
- height 19.7cm
on circular foot, with highly decorated handle and hinged, but detachable, cover, plain finial, interior gilt, the rim with inscription Ehrenpreis Gegeben bei der Preisschau am 50 Jährigen Jubilaeum des Schlesischen Vereins für Pferdezucht und Pferderennen 1882, marked at the rim of the foot, retailed by Gebr. Somme
Condition
Marks clear, the lid with two large splits, the body with two tiny splits, silver with small scratches and dents consistent with normal use. The silver tested 800/1000.
"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."