Lot 57
  • 57

A Spanish silver-gilt chalice, marked Pinto, late 16th century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • the calyx possibly later, the pastes probably also; marked on base PINTO and ?a cross flanked by two figures
  • silver
  • height 9 1/2 in.
  • 24cm
baluster form lightly chased with bands of fruit and strapwork on matted ground, the bowl set with a girdle of pastes

Condition

as noted re: calyx and pastes, repaired at top of base with reinforcement underneath
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