Lot Essay
For Rotterdam beakers with similar engraving compare: N.I. Schadee, Zilverschatten drie eeuwen Rotterdams zilver, Rotterdam, 1991, nos. 28, 30, p. 62 (illustrated)
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MAKER'S MARK A HAND, ROTTERDAM, 1641
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A fine Dutch silver beaker
Maker's mark a hand, Rotterdam, 1641
Trumpet-shaped, on moulded and reeded footrim, engraved with three birds, strapwork, scrolling foliage, hanging fruit and flowers above, the base engraved with initials M.I.P, marked on base
17.3 cm. high
296 gr.
Maker's mark a hand, Rotterdam, 1641
Trumpet-shaped, on moulded and reeded footrim, engraved with three birds, strapwork, scrolling foliage, hanging fruit and flowers above, the base engraved with initials M.I.P, marked on base
17.3 cm. high
296 gr.
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