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A rare German silver-gilt Hanukah lamp backplate, Georg Brenner, Nuremberg, circa 1740
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- Silver
- 28cm., 11in. high.
The back plate embossed and chased in typical style with lions flanking a shield below canopy, later embossed and chased (circa 1750) with the arms of the prince Bishop of Bamberg, applied base of engraved Régence ornament incorporating the first quartering of the prince bishop’s coat of arms
Literature
Karin Tebbe et al. Nürnberger Goldschmiedekunst, Nuremberg, 2007, no. 98/05. Illus. no. 748
Condition
Loss of gilding to engraved panel, marks clear, lion supporters with effaced Hebrew, general condition good
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes 's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes 's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The goldsmith Georg Brenner specialized in religious silver. He worked for both Catholic and Jewish clients as surviving pieces include chalices as well as Thora Shields and Rimmonim. Johann Philipp Anton von und zu Frankenstein was confirmed as prince Bishop of Bamberg by pope Benedict XIV on 19 December 1746.