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Grand gobelet couvert en argent, niel et vermeil dans le style du XVIe siècle, apparemment non poinçonné, probablement Allemagne vers 1880
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 EUR
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Description
- silver, silver-gilt
- Haut. 41 cm, 1.972,5 g ; 16 1/4 in. high, 69oz 10dwt
de forme tronconique, reposant sur trois pieds soldats, un genou en terre, tenant chacun un écu émaillé de la main gauche et une épée de la main droite, la base de la coupe ornée de fruits et fleurs, le corps gravé et niellé de scènes religieuses représentant rois, papes et saints, accompagnés de la Sainte Vierge et de l'Enfant Jésus, entourés de villages, bateaux et jardins, le couvercle à prise en bouquet serti de trois rubis
Condition
Good overall condition. The gilding slightly worn. On the cover rim, three small floral motifs missing. the cover slightly bumped. The escutcheon enamels partially worn on the feet. The body slightly bumped. Two floral motifs missing on the foot pierced border (one small and one large). Very nice quality of engraving, very nice and impressive piece.
"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."