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Ciboire-chrémeau en argent par Joseph Hennekin, Anvers, 1696-1697
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Ciboire-chrémeau en argent par Joseph Hennekin, Anvers, 1696-1697
Joseph Hennekin est l'orfèvre qui a remplacé le pied de l'aiguière dite de Rubens. Voir Sotheby's Monaco, 11 décembre 1999, n° 41.
- embossed with angels gathering grapes and corns, pierced bayonet fitting cover containing the chrism box
- Haut. 37,5cm, 691 gr. ; 14 3/4 in high, 22oz 4dwt
le pied repoussé de têtes d'anges et de fruits sur fond amati, la fausse-coupe repoussée d'angelots cueillant des grappes de raisin et des épis de blé, le couvercle à baïonnette ajouré de larges feuilles accueillant en son centre le chrémeau cylindrique coiffé d'une croix, l'intérieur doré
Condition
In overall good condition.
Marked on the footrim, marks quite legible, the cover and chrism box apparently unmarked.
Unusual piece.
"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."