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Gobelet couvert en argent et vermeil, Allemagne, vers 1620, insculpé seulement de poinçons d'importation pour Saint Petersbourg, 1789
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 EUR
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Description
- Gobelet couvert en argent et vermeil, Allemagne, vers 1620, insculpé seulement de poinçons d'importation pour Saint Petersbourg, 1789
- Pour un gobelet couvert présentant un décor assez proche, en particulier au niveau des pieds, par Georg Rötenberg, Nuremberg, 1643, voir Nürnberger Goldschmiedekunst, Band II, 2007, p. 173.
- skull form coral finial
- Diam. 10 cm ; 4in.
reposant sur trois pieds en forme de grenades et feuilles, le corps ciselé de six larges cupules, l'une gravée 10/19, le couvercle repoussé de huit motifs ovales, la prise en corail en forme de crâne
Condition
In overall good condition, the gilding slightly worn, three small bracket motives missing on the lip.
Very unusual and rare 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."