- 616
A Swedish Silver Large Tankard, Erik Mansson Schmidt, Stockholm, 1695
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base and scratched AD 1740
- Silver
- height 7 7/8 in.
- 20cm
of plain barrel form, raised on three fruit-cluster feet headed by sprays of fruit, matching thumbpiece, the handle also chased with pendant fruit and with shield-shaped terminal engraved with the date 1692, the flat hinged cover inset with a medallion of Charles XI dated 1680 and surrounded by an engraved band of flowers
Condition
inscription removed from cover around medallion, otherwise good
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.