Gilded bronze CALICE or footed bowl after a model attributed - Lot 472

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Gilded bronze CALICE or footed bowl after a model attributed - Lot 472
Gilded bronze CALICE or footed bowl after a model attributed to a Nuremberg silversmith, in the British Musem Description: Columbine cup decorated with cartouches depicting mythological scenes (the judgment of Midas, the story of Arachne, the fall of Icarus, the torment of Marsyas) and allegories of vices and virtues. The foot is decorated with goats' heads and plant motifs. Assembled in 5 parts on a central screw Height 22cm Modern replica. The arrival of the "Columbine Cup" at the British Museum gave rise to numerous copies in the late 19th century, some of which were gilded or silvered by ELKINGTON & CO.
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