拍品 318
  • 318

A GERMAN SILVER-GILT STANDING CUP, BARTHEL BIRTSCH, STRASBOURG, CIRCA 1590 |

估價
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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描述

  • 22.5cm., 8 7/8 in. high
the body chased with putto masks among foliate strapwork on a matted ground, the inverted baluster stem with three scrolling supports, the domed spreading circular foot similarly chased to the body, marked to foot, 21.5cm., 8 1/2 in. high; and a German silver-gilt bunch of grapes cup and cover, Caspar Lencker, Nuremberg, 1603-09, typical form with tree-cutter stem, on a lobed and domed spreading circular foot, marked to body

Condition

Strasbourg cup - 0.8cm split to rim. Clearly marked to foot. The rim stamped with Austrian control mark. Gilded slightly worn to high points. Slightly mishapen with a few small bruises to the lower body. Otherwise good condition. Nuremberg cup - finial lacking. Thread between body and stem is loose. 1cm vertical split in top of cast stem. The base with two to three small splits. Some wear to lobed areas of the gilding.
"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.
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