Lot 51
- 51
A German silver festival kiddush cup, Hieronymus Mittnacht, Augsburg, 1759-61
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on bowl and foot
- silver
- height 4 3/8 in.
- 10 cm
octagonal bowl, chased with band of flowers and scrolls and engraved with an inscription punctuated by flowerheads, dome base chased with shellwork
Condition
Repaired where stem joins bowl, one section of the rim of the bowl replaced, 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 inscribed verse is from Leviticus 23:44 "And Moses declared unto the children of Israel the appointed festivals of the LORD."