Rare 17th C. Italian solid silver mounted coconut cup and cover.

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Rare 17th C. Italian solid silver mounted coconut cup and cover.:
$2311.30

Description :

1st half 17th C. Italian king Ferdinand III period (1637-1657) silver mounted coconut cut with cover by AE.C?. The flat domed tapering foot engraved with C-scrolls and vertical stiff leaves. Rising to an engraved baluster-shaped stem under a flat bu...n-shaped banded knot. The coconut, mounted to a plain silver cup, is held firmly to the stem by three shaped silver straps as supports. The double domed cover with engraved flowers, leaves and medallions, closed flower finial.

Such similar example, yet smaller and without cover, was saleed at Christies`s in December 2011 and fetched the price of €3,300. Please follow the link for viewing : [link removed by ]

Measurements :

Height : 22cm

Width (diameter): 10cm widest part

Weight : 320grams

Condition :

Some splits and a two oldrepair to the foot as seen in the high definition images. Damages to such early pieces is almost inevitable. Otherwise structurally sound, standing strong and lid closes tight with no loose.

Payment :

We accept PayPal and wire transfer as method of payments. P.S. Should you choose the wire transfer option, you will get free shipping and insurance.

Shipping :

We ship world wide. Europe €20, rest of the world €30.

Good luck, happy offerding and if you require any other photos or images please contact me and I will assist you the best way possible.

Item offered without reserve price!