- 120
attributed to András Tar of Debrecen (Debrezin) Hungarian silver-gilt paten
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- silver
- 13.7cm, 5 3/8in diameter
circular, the slightly raised rim engraved with a pascal lamb and flowering foliage
Literature
Exh. Cat. Couven-Museum Aachen, 2003, no. 50
Condition
In overall good condition. Very nice quality of engraving. Some traces could be those of marks.
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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
This patten is attributed to the goldsmith Andreas Tar in the above mentioned catalogue, on the strength of the similarity of the engraving to 77 drawings in his hand which have been at the University Library in Cluj-Napoca (Klausenburg) since 1915. (Ref: Schenkung durch die Witwe von Lajos Árkossy, Mitteilung von Brestyánszky, 1973, S. 364. Inv.-Nr. Handschriften 1616.)
There are references to András Tar from 1677 to 1683 when he was sometimes employed in the workshop of goldsmith István Ecsedi in Debrecen. Contemporary records show that he rented a house and paid taxes.
There are references to András Tar from 1677 to 1683 when he was sometimes employed in the workshop of goldsmith István Ecsedi in Debrecen. Contemporary records show that he rented a house and paid taxes.