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possibly Valentinus (Felten) Urbiger silver-gilt beaker
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- silver
- 17.6cm, 7in high
chased with a lion rampant, a stag and a rearing horse within auricular cartouches below boys' heads, similarly decorated above the base with a grazing rabbit between a stag-chasing hound, maker's mark only poorly struck
Literature
Exh. Cat. Couven-Museum Aachen, 2003, no. 25
Condition
In overall good condition. Usual minor dents and scratches. Gilding very slightly worn. Maker's mark only, under the base. Very attractive piece.
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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."
Catalogue Note
Although the maker's initials are difficult to decipher, the crown above the initials, a distinct feature of goldsmiths marks in Kronstadt, is very clear.
Valentinus (Felten) Urbiger became a master goldsmith in Brasov (Kronstadt) in 1641. According to the local goldsmiths’ guild Apprenticeship Book, he had two apprentices. He died in 1657.
Valentinus (Felten) Urbiger became a master goldsmith in Brasov (Kronstadt) in 1641. According to the local goldsmiths’ guild Apprenticeship Book, he had two apprentices. He died in 1657.