Lot 437
A finely carved boxwood goblet, attributed to Johann Rint (1814 Kuks - 1900 Linz), late 19th century
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
Boxwood. Very detailed, fully sculpted carved goblet. Round base with encircling leaf decoration. Numerous water lilies on the upper surface of the base. Resting on them are three tree trunks, framed by three dolphins stylised in the manner of Antiquity. The cup is entwined in the dense branches of the three tree trunks and adorned with two very finely worked, antique-style scenes: a female figure in a chariot drawn by panthers, surrounded by cupids (Triumph of Ariadne?). On the other side: a sleeping youth with a horn and a dog in front of a mountain, on which a female figure stands with a musical entourage. Lobed, scrolled rim. Good condition. Dimensions 20.5 x 15.5 x 10.8 cm. Johann Rint is one of Austria's most significant figurative carvers, particularly renowned for the art of miniature carving. Today, his works can be found at Ambras Castle, the church of St. Valentin in Untermeis, the monastery of St. Florian, the Österreichisches Landesmuseum and the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna.Condition: I - Questions about the lot?
