Lot 435
A caved south german coconut cup, dated 1605
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
Mounts of fire-gilt brass, the stand probably well restored in the 19th century. Hexagonal, finely pierced foot with a relief-decorated vase-shaped shaft, the upper section with three fine volute clasps. Coconut cup with two lateral tension cracks and a small pin-head-sized hole to the side. Three finely carved narrative scenes relating to the death of John the Baptist running around the exterior: depiction of St. John in prison, the beheading, and the presentation of the head before Herod by Salome. The beheading scene dated “1605” at the lower border. Carved lidded coconut with a pommel of gilt openwork. Height 24 cm.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?
