Lot 52
  • 52

A German Parcel-gilt Silver Canister, Marx Schaller II, Augsburg, 1675-79

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked on underside of body and cover, and with assay scrapes
  • Silver-gilt
  • height 7 in.
  • 17.7cm
of slightly bellied cylindrical form, chased overall with silver lobes against a matted gilt ground, raised on four ball feet, the screw-off cover with swing loop handle

Condition

traces of old initials at shoulder, one bun foot reattached and possibly old repair behind, some minor scratches, otherwise good, nice weight
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