Premier Auction - Session II
Sat, Apr 10, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 721
Early German Brass Alms Dish
Estimate: $500 - $700
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
some elements possibly late 15th century, embossed crown of thorns and narcissus flower interior border, domed central boss with raised border, 16 in.Note: A similar alms dish can be seen in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/468652?rpp=30&pg=9&rndkey=20151112&ao=on&ft=*&deptids=17&pos=263 - Provenance: From the Estate of Paul W. Doll, Jr., Lake Toxaway, North Carolina
base restored and possibly associated (color variation between base and rim, see detailed photos), surface dirt layer and accretion, scattered surface scratches, some areas of discoloration and tarnishing, some light verdigris at raised edges, some dents and warping to metal, surface likely polished with associated losses
