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Jan Jansen Uyl Dutch silver marriage beaker
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- silver
- 10.6cm, 4 1/8in high
tapering cylindrical, engraved with four standing female figures within strapwork and foliate scrolls, the underside engraved with two coats-of-arms hanging from a branch
Literature
Exh. Cat. Couven-Museum Aachen, 2003, no. 30
Condition
A small crack repaired on the neck otherwise in good condition. Legible marks under the base. Assay scrapes on neck and footrim.
"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
The arms are probably those of Reytsma and Elinga of Friesland.
Jan Jansen Uyl was master of the Sneek goldsmiths’ guild from 1641 to 1643. He is mentioned in records until 1676.
Jan Jansen Uyl was master of the Sneek goldsmiths’ guild from 1641 to 1643. He is mentioned in records until 1676.