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A Dutch silver beaker, maker's mark HM in monogram, Groningen, 1632
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on base
- Silver
- height 4 5/8 in.
- 11.7cm
flared cylindrical with die-rolled base-band and applied ropework border, engraved with strapwork enclosing vignettes of Faith, Hope and Charity, initials BE flanking Charity
Condition
some rubbing to engravings, otherwise good
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The maker's mark is probably for a member of the silversmith's family Muntinck. For more on this unidentified maker, see J.W. Frederiks, Dutch Silver: Wrought plate of the Central, Northern and Southern Provinces from the Renaissance until the End of the Eighteenth Century, 1960, p. 123-124.