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A GERMAN SILVER-GILT TANKARD
apparently unmarked, circa 1640
On circular domed base chased with auricular design, the slightly tapering body with further auricular ornaments, grotesque masks, fruit-sprays and foliage, with conforming handle, the domed cover chased and engraved with foliage and fruit, with female figure thumb-piece and baluster finial
17,5cm. (6 7/8in.) high
(472gr.)
apparently unmarked, circa 1640
On circular domed base chased with auricular design, the slightly tapering body with further auricular ornaments, grotesque masks, fruit-sprays and foliage, with conforming handle, the domed cover chased and engraved with foliage and fruit, with female figure thumb-piece and baluster finial
17,5cm. (6 7/8in.) high
(472gr.)