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Widow of Johann Baptist Weinhold (Weinet) I German parcel-gilt silver spice stand
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- silver
- 9.8cm, 4in diameter
triform, embossed and chased with shell recepticles and shell grips, on scroll and peg supports
Literature
Exh. Cat. Museum für Angewandte Kunst Frankfurt, 2011, no. 16A
Condition
In overall good condition. Legible marks below one of the petals.
Very 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
The son of David Weinhold I, a goldsmith originally from Dresden, Johann Baptist Weinhold I was born in Augsburg following his father’s marriage in 1593. He became a master goldsmith 1628, the same year he married Anna Maria, daughter of the goldsmith Matthäus Lotter II. Although J.B. Weinhold I died in 1648, his widow continued to operate his workshop until about 1660 together with their son, Johann Baptist Weinhold II and a journeyman.