Probably German 15th century - A silver capsule, presumably German, 15th C. - image-1
Probably German 15th century - A silver capsule, presumably German, 15th C. - image-2
Probably German 15th century - A silver capsule, presumably German, 15th C. - image-1Probably German 15th century - A silver capsule, presumably German, 15th C. - image-2

Lot 2100 Dα

Probably German 15th century - A silver capsule, presumably German, 15th C.

Auction 1231 - overview Cologne
18.11.2023, 11:00 - Old Masters and 19th Century, Part I
Estimate: 3.500 € - 4.000 €

Probably German 15th century

A silver capsule, presumably German, 15th C.

Cast and engraved silver. Two-part capsule depicting the Crucifixion avers and the Virgin and Child with two angels revers. Fitted with a bail, the piece could have been used to hold the consecrated host.
With abrasions and minor dents. Diameter 9.5 cm.

Provenance

Italian art cabinet collection.