Lot 239
  • 239

A SMALL GERMAN GILT-COPPER AND IVORY TANKARD, CIRCA 1690 | A small German gilt-copper and ivory tankard, circa 1690

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • 11.5 cm high ; 4  1/2 in. high
the ivory body chased with a scene representing putti playing, one holding a trident

Condition

Gilding worn, mainly on cover, the ivory with two tears. 3 holes around the putto holding a trident.
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