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A tall Nuremberg engraved goblet attributed to Johann Wolfgang Schmidt, circa 1680
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- 30cm., 11¾in.
the funnel bowl decorated with a large castle in parkland within a continuous scene of farmers, cattle and trees, set on a tall multi-knopped stem divided by mereses, over a wide conical foot with folded rim
Provenance
with Uwe Friedleben, Hannover
Condition
In generally good condition
"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
For a discussion of Johann Wolfgang Schmidt's work see Erich Meyer-Heisig, Der Nürnberger Glasschnitt des 17. Jahrhunderts, p.63. The form is illustrated, Meyer-Heisig, op.cit., WT147.