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Nécessaire en vermeil par Johann Christoph Engelbrecht, Johannes Mittnacht III, Johann Pepfenhauser II et Abraham Warnberger III, Augsbourg, 1747-1749
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description
- Nécessaire en vermeil par Johann Christoph Engelbrecht, Johannes Mittnacht III, Johann Pepfenhauser II et Abraham Warnberger III, Augsbourg, 1747-1749
- silver
- the case 27,5 cm wide, 412 g of weighable silver; 13 oz 4dwt, 10 1/2in
comprenant: une timbale, une boîte à épices, un coquetier réversible, une cuillère, une fourchette, une cuillère à moëlle, un couteau et fourchette à deux dents à lame et dents en acier, au rare décor de pointes de diamants et sarments de vigne, dans son étui en cuir doublé de velour vert
comprising: beaker, spice box, double-sided egg cup, spoon, fork, marrow spoon and a knife and two-pronged fork with steel blade and tines, decorated with unusual diamond ornament and grapevine , in a green velvet-lined leather case
comprising: beaker, spice box, double-sided egg cup, spoon, fork, marrow spoon and a knife and two-pronged fork with steel blade and tines, decorated with unusual diamond ornament and grapevine , in a green velvet-lined leather case
Condition
clear marks, good condition, good colour, gilt underneath, small area of lost gilding to base of spice box, very nice set. Case cover is detached from the base, some scuffing and wear but pretty good condition. also struck with 1806 Prague control marks.
également au poinçon de contrôle de Prague 1806,
"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
Il était très fréquent que les orfèvres d'Augsbourg s'associent pour fournir des nécessaires. Abraham Warnberger III était spécialisé dans les couverts.
It was normal practice for Augsburg goldsmiths to collaborate in making toilet sets. Abraham Warnberger III was a specialist knife, fork and spoon maker.