Lot 614
  • 614

A Swedish Parcel-gilt silver small tankard, maker's mark AO or ARO, town mark unclear, late 17th century

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on base and numbered 43, marks similar to those of Anders Ohtz, Falun
  • Silver-gilt
  • height 5 1/2 in.
  • 14cm
of plain barrel form, the front engraved "John Mahlum, raised on three foliate cluster feet headed by foliage, matching finial, handle chased with a pendant of fruit, the cover inset with a 1641 medallion surround by a band of scrolling foliage

Condition

repairs to cover behind thumbpiece, general surface wear, otherwise good
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