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A German silver-gilt tankard, maker's mark an arrow and two pellets, (Rosenberg no. 4771 b), Ulm, circa 1580
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- silver
- 13cm, 5 1/4 in high
embossed and chased with God creating Heaven and Earth, the Creation of Adam the Creation of Eve, and on the hinged cover their temptation and banishment, caryatid handle and bracketed thumbpiece
Provenance
Baron Alfred de Rothschild, 1882
Literature
Charles Davis, A description of the works of art forming the collection of Alfred de Rothschild, London, 1884, no. 374
Associated literature:
Marc Rosenberg, Der Goldschmied Merkzeichen, Frankfurt a.M., 1925 no. 4771 (b)
Condition
Small spot of lead solder on Adam's neck, gilding probably refreshed, excellent chasing, excellent marks, very nice tankard.
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"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."