Lot 53
  • 53

A fool's whistle (narrenflðtchen), Aachen, probably 16th century and a German miniature face jug, Raeren or Aachen, circa 1500

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • the jug 7cm. high; 2¾in.
the mouthpiece and stem of the whistle now missing; the jug of baluster form carved with a face, with a turned-up nose and beard

Condition

Whistle: Left ear chipped off and some other minor chips and the glaze is uneven. Jug: Several chips to the rim and face
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