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Jerg Siebenbürger German silver-gilt wine cup
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- silver
- 19.4cm, 7 5/8 in wide
octofoil, alternate panels embossed and chased with strapwork around central fruit cluster, openwork handles
Literature
Exh. Cat. Museum für Angewandte Kunst Frankfurt, 2011, no. 11A
Condition
In overall good condition, one dent, bright gilding inside, possibly regilt. Marks clear with assay scrape under one handle. Nice quality.
"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
Georg Siebenbürger was born at Ingolstadt around 1545. He became a master goldsmith in 1570 and married Helene Fend a year later. Between 1558 and 1593 and 1602 and 1602 he held positions on the court of the local goldsmiths’ guild. He died in 1617.