A FAÇON DE VENISE WINGED WINE GLASS, 17TH CENTURY, LOW COUNTRIES

PROPERTY FROM THE ESTATE OF JHR. IR. G.C. (GIJS) SIX VAN WIMMENUM (1892-1975)

A FAÇON DE VENISE WINGED WINE GLASS, 17TH CENTURY, LOW COUNTRIES

the wrythen-moulded conical bowl supported by a merese on a plain baluster section above an elaborate coiled section filled with opaque-twist threads, applied with pinched ornament, the plain lower section with basal knop, on a folded conical foot
25cm. high, 9⅞ in.

Condition Report:
Some minor chipping to the pinched ornament to the lower parts of the coiled sections of the stem.

"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 statement made by Sotheby'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."

Provenance:
J.A.C. Bosch Reitz (1831 – 1913);

S.C. Bosch Reitz (1860-1938);

by descent to his godson and nephew, Jhr. ir. G.C. (Gijs) Six van Wimmenum (1892 – 1975);

Thence by descent