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Tankard, Brasso, c. 1640 (silver-gilt)
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Tankard, Brasso, c. 1640 (silver-gilt)
3434823 Tankard, Brasso, c.1640 (silver-gilt) by Schelling, Michael (fl.c.1640); height: 29.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tapering cylindrical on a molded footrim, with dentilated borders, the body chased and repousseall over with winged putti heads, fruit, grotesque masks and auricular scrolls enclosing cartouches with angels garbed in peasants clothing and playing musical instruments, one with a viol and two with lutes, all on a matted ground, the double scroll handle with a caryatid above foliage and strapwork, the domed hinged cover with bifurcated scroll thumbpiece and chased and repoussewith band of winged putti heads and bundles of fruit, marked under base, later scratched BrassAo, Michael Schwanz, XVII); Photo eChristies Images; Hungarian, out of copyright
Media ID 23677012
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Chased Goblet Grotesque Grotesques Handle Hungarian Lidded Peasants Putti Repousse Silver Silver Gilt Silverware Tankard Cherubim Cherubs
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This print showcases a remarkable Tankard, Brasso from around 1640. Crafted by the skilled hands of Michael Schelling, this silver-gilt masterpiece stands at an impressive height of 29.8 cm and is held in a private collection. Every inch of this ornate tankard tells a story through its intricate design. The tapering cylindrical body rests on a molded footrim, adorned with dentilated borders that add to its grandeur. Chased and repousseall over the body are winged putti heads, fruit motifs, grotesque masks, and auricular scrolls enclosing cartouches featuring angels dressed as peasants playing musical instruments. The double scroll handle is embellished with a caryatid above foliage and strapwork, adding to the baroque elegance of the piece. The domed hinged cover features a bifurcated scroll thumbpiece and is chased and repousséwith a band of winged putti heads and bundles of fruit. This Hungarian treasure bears the mark "BrassAo" under its base but was later scratched with "Michael Schwanz XVII". Its decorative elements include cherubs or cherubim known as putti who bring life to every corner of this vessel. With its exquisite craftsmanship and rich symbolism, this tankard represents not only an exceptional example of metalwork but also serves as a testament to the artistic prowess during the Baroque period. It truly captures the essence of opulence and beauty in one stunning piece.
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