Lot 589
  • 589

A German parcel-gilt silver tankard, maker's mark badly struck, possibly Harmen Luders, Hamburg, circa 1670

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • silver
  • 20cm, 8in high
embossed with scrolling flowers

Provenance

Christie’s, Geneva, 17 May 1994, lot 140

Condition

Town mark very clear, maker's mark badly struck, some general dents, but nice embossing and a good colour, knop on handle is a poor cast or possibly repaired.
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