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Michiel de Bruck/Maker's mark a leaping stag Dutch silver tea caddy and teapot stand
Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 GBP
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Description
- silver
- 13.8cm, 5 3/8 in high, 10.7cm, 4 ΒΌ in wide
the former of baluster form, detachable cover ; the other, shaped rectangular on plain panel supports
Exhibited
Zilverschatten, drie eeuwen Rotterdams zilver, exhibition catalogue, Historisch Museum der Stad Rotterdam, 1991, cat. 135 and 125.
Literature
Exh. Cat. Couven-Museum Aachen, 2003, no. 143 & no. 144
Condition
The caddy with a few little dents and tiny cracks on the surface, overall some wear to the highlights. Tea pot stand, with tiny nicks, generally good condition and excellent marks
"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
Little is known of Michiel de Breuk (de Bruck) other than he married Johanna Schaers on 3 June 1736 and that he is registered as a master goldsmith from 1745 to 1768.