Lot 114
  • 114

Aiguière et son bassin en argent par Johann Conrad Lotter, Augsbourg, 1765-1767

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Aiguière et son bassin en argent par Johann Conrad Lotter, Augsbourg, 1765-1767
  • silver
  • Long. du bassin 37,7 cm, 1.020 g ; the basin 15 in long
le bassin ovale à bord chantourné,l'aiguière reposant sur un piédouche ovale, le pied et le corps ciselés de côtes torses, le centre du bassin et le corps de l'aiguière gravés d'armoiries d'alliance et de la date 1767, le bassin également gravé Justina Catharina Steffan von Cronstett

Condition

Marked inside the basin and on the ewer foot rim - usual scratches - otherwise good condition
"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

Les armes sont celles de Justina Catharina von Cronstetten-Hynsperg (1677-1766), originaire de Francfort. Dernière de son nom, elle créa la fondation Cronstetten-Hynsperg qui existe encore aujourd'hui et gère des fondations caritatives tels qu'hôpital pour personnes âgées, fondations pour jeunes en difficulté ou aveugles.