Lot 269
  • 269

Coupe sur pied en argent et vermeil, le fût formé d'un ours jouant de la cornemuse, orfèvre CHC, probablement Nagyszeben, Hongrie, vers 1650

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
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Description

  • Coupe sur pied en argent et vermeil, le fût formé d'un ours jouant de la cornemuse, orfèvre CHC, probablement Nagyszeben, Hongrie, vers 1650
  • Cet orfèvre est répertorié sous le numéro 1411 mais non identifié dans l'ouvrage d'Elemér Köszegy, Magyarországi Ötvösjegyek, Budapest, 1936.  
  • stem shaped as a bear playing bagpipes, foot and cup chased with lobes
  • 15,8 cm, 198 gr. ; 6 1/4 in, 6oz 7dwt
le pied et la coupe à six lobes feuillagés, le centre de la coupe repoussé d'une fleur, le bord gravé MUNU; OBL: IN NUP SARAE FILLAE VIRI CLA: DN LUCAE HERM: ECL: BIRI PAS GRAV ET REL SAX N NOIE CAP GRALS TRAN SUPERNI A° 93 D25 NOV

Condition

In overall good condition, unusual model. Marked on footrim.
"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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