Partly after a Model by François Briot (1550-c. 1612) French, circa 1600

inscribed: ABOND / ANCE / GUE / RRE / PAIX and inscribed in red ink: ...169

Frits Philips Collection, Eindhoven;
sold Sotheby's, Eindhoven, The Frits Philips Collection, 4-5 December 2006, lot 225

F. J. Philips and B. Dubbe, Twee Nijmeegse Gildekannen, Eindhoven 1983, no. 153

Overall the condition of the pewter is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age and handling. The lip and foot of the ewer are slightly bent. There are a few slight casting flaws and there are slightly open fissures under the two upper moulded bands on the belly of the vessel. There is wear to the patina, including at the moulded bands. There may be a few small restorations to the belly.
"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."

RELATED LITERATURE
H. Demiani, François Briot, Caspar Enderlein und das Edelzinn, Leipzig, 1867; K. Berling, Altes Zinn. Ein Handbuch für Sammler und Liefhaber, Berlin, 1920, pp. 89-90; H-U. Haedeke, Zinn, Braunschweig, 1963, figs. 121, 127 and 148