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Lot 270
  • 270

coupe couverte en argent, non poinconnee, Europe du Nord, vers 1670

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description

  • coupe couverte en argent, non poinconnee, Europe du Nord, vers 1670
  • silver
  • Haut. 37,5 cm, 733 g ; 14 3/4 in, 23oz 10dwt
l'intérieur en vermeil, finement repoussée et ciselée de scènes de batailles et de chasse, le couvercle de putti représentant les Quatre Saisons

gilt interior, finely embossed and chased with hunting and battle scenes, putti representing the Four Seasons at the cover, unmarked

Condition

1814 - 1953 Dutch control mark for foreign silver on all pieces, stem figure with break and repair at neck, lacking her prop in right hand, some scrollwork missing at her feet, putto finial also appears to be lacking attribute, two tiny piercings to high embossing at cover and foot, an interesting and lively cup.
"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."