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Joachim Sigismund Wiedemann German silver-gilt box and cover
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- silver
- 8.3cm, 3 1/4 in wide
oval, the detachable cover with embossed gadroon border, gilt interior
Literature
Exh. Cat. Couven-Museum Aachen, 2003, no. 58
Condition
In overall good condition. Gilding possibly later. Clear marks under the base. Later Austrian control mark on body.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Joachim Sigismund Wiedemann, born in Berlin, the son of court goldsmith Bernhard Wiedemann, was baptised on 14 December 1654. Joachim trained as a goldsmith in Hamburg, where he worked for Johann Sülzen from 1669 to 1674. He became a master and citizen of Berlin on 28 April 1681 and married twice. The last reference to him is on 21 April 1711.