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A German silver parcel-gilt beaker, Joachim Krumpholz, Leipzig, date letter 'Y', circa 1673
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Silver
- 10.5cm., 4 1/8 in. high
the tapering body with three oval vignettes, gilt interior
Provenance
Previously sold, Dr Heller's Lexicon, Sotheby's, London, 4 December 2012, lot 149
Exhibited
Exh. Cat. Couven-Museum Aachen, 2003, no. 47
Condition
Overall wear to gilding but still of good colour. Good clear marks. Wear commensurate with age.
"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
Joachim Krumpholtz, a native of Leipzig, became a master goldsmith there on 16 August 1669. From 1688 he was elected Schauoder Obermeister eleven times. He died on 15 August 1707.