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Alexander Krauti (Kraudy) Slovakian two-handled silver-gilt wine taster
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- silver
- 15.9cm, 6 1/4in wide over handles
shaped oval, embossed in high relief with a flower, also with a later Vienna control mark
Literature
Exh. Cat. Couven-Museum Aachen, 2003, no. 32
Condition
In overall good condition. Some minor scratches including one near one handle inside the bowl. Legible marks on the outside border. Nice embossing 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
Alexander Krauti (Kraudy) was born on 4 November 1651. He became a master goldsmith and a citizen of Banská Bystrica and died in 1679. Five apprentices, including his son, Paul (who was born in 1670), trained in his workshop.