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A GERMAN SILVER-GILT DOUBLE SALT CELLAR, CHRISTOPH LEIPZIG, AUGSBURG, PROBABLY 1640-1645 | A German silver-gilt double salt cellar, Christoph Leipzig, Augsburg, probably 1640-1645
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
Bidding Closed
Description
- A German silver-gilt double salt cellar, Christoph Leipzig, Augsburg, probably 1640-1645
- silver
- 8.5 cm high, 197 g ; 3 1/4 in., 6oz 7dwt
on three volute feet, the upper rim engraved M.C B, one of the cellars engraved with armorials
Condition
In overall good condition with usual wear to the gilding and minor scratches commensurate with age. Fully marked on the upper cellar border, on the mount under the upper cellar, and on the border of the lower cellar. Unusual shape, early 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."
Catalogue Note
Les armes sont celles de la famille Benintendi, de Florence. Christoph Leipzig est connu pour la fameuse coupe Leipzig conservée au Milwaukee Art Museum. Une autre de ses pièces réputées est la coupe en forme de coq du Bernischen Historischen Museum, Berne.