Lot 277
A partially gilt silver aquamanile, Hanau, late 19th century
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A108kua | Live auction | 1169 Lots
Hammer price € 7,800
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Silver, partially gilt. The pouring vessel in the shape of a fully sculptured lion with a gilt mane. A hinged lid on the filling hole on the lion's head. Bifurcated spout with the head of a serpent in its maw. A grotesque mythical creature on its back, its tail curving around the lion's tail. One forepaw is supported by a scrolled shield, on which is engraved a lion rampant. Apparently unmarked. Minor dents in the body. Dimensions 23.5 x 29 x 13 cm, weight 1245 g. Modelled after a lion aquamanile from the „Lüneburger Ratssilber", which was presented to the city council by Mayor Hartwig Stöterogge in 1540. It was used for the washing of hands during meals. A similar object can be found in the Brooklyn Museum.Condition: II + Questions about the lot?
