Lot 601
  • 601

A GERMAN PARCEL-GILT SILVER APPLE-FORM CUP AND COVER, MARX MERZENBACH, AUGSBURG, 1666-69 |

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • 12cm., 4 3/4 in. wide
sheet-scrollwork foliate finial and girdle, the stem with two closed leaves spreading on to a tri-form leaf base

Condition

Marked to body and foot. Marks a little worn to body. Assay scrape to underside. Very small split to one leaf of base. Does not sit quite flat. Good condition overall.
"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

A similar example by the same maker, with differing finial, was sold Sotheby's, London, 4 May 2017, lot 69.