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Art, Handcrafts and Antiquities at Hermann Historica

Spring Auction

MUNICH, GERMANY – A wide lineup of rare, even unique, extraordi- Michel Mann (lot 208), a masterfully carved, early baroque ivory tankard
nary objects of the highest quality are coming to auction at Hermann (lot 122), and a helmet-shaped ewer made of rock crystal (lot 123), which
Historica in Grasbrunn near Munich. Lots range from exclusive statues is attributed to the Miseroni workshop of Prague. Next up, an original,
from antiquity, antique arms and armor, religious depictions from the 17th century novelty glass flask (lot 176), in the shape of a wheellock
early modern period, stone artifacts from Asian cultures, testaments to his- pistol, will not disappoint.
torical military careers, and exquisite heirlooms from ruling houses, right Collectors of keys and locks will find rich pickings here, with not just
through to extremely elaborate antique firearms. one but several highlights. Along with a large, lavishly decorated gate lock
The large Spring Auction is taking place with a live audience from May from South Germany, circa 1680 (lot 223), a remarkably rare bolt padlock
26 to 28 and on June 1 and 2, offering customers all over the world a circa 1620 (lot 222), and an elaborate, convoluted trick padlock, dated
diverse array, from objects for first-time buyers right up to inimitable 1859 (lot 224) are up for sale.
pieces rarely found on the market for the most discerning collectors. All Scores of objects in silver, porcelain, and ivory round off the diverse
objects will be on display during the pre-sale viewing from May 19 to 22 lineup. Furthermore, you will find an interesting selection of baroque
and on May 29 and 31. furniture, predominantly from South Germany, and different cabinet
Once again this spring, buyers will be spoilt for choice with the diverse caskets dating from the 17th to the 19th century.
assemblage of paintings, sculptures, and statues in the "Art and Antiques" With more than 100 works, our current catalog contains an abundant
section. Among the 15th to 20th century paintings, a contemporary assortment of Asian art. Particularly worthy of note here is an exceptional
portrait of Louise Labé, the 16th century French poet (lot 4), and an dragon, chiseled in jade, from the Hongshan culture (lot 390) and a large,
unusual 17th century Dutch genre painting (lot 6) both deserve special glazed ceramic horse from the Tang dynasty (lot 396). The lavish array of
mention. Painted in oil on copper, the picture shows a scene from the fancy porcelain pieces – primarily from China – is the icing on the cake.
world of fables: the animals of the forest executing the wicked fox. One of Moreover, the antiquities auction showcases several outstanding lots.
the objects sure to be of interest to aficionados of German Impressionism Second to none is an exceptionally fine, expressively carved marble portrait
is a large-format landscape painting by Eugen Bracht, dated 1909, with a of the young Roman emperor Caracalla (lot 525), part of the Mellerio
view of the three towers (lot 36). collection in Paris at the beginning of the 20th century.
Moreover, we would like to draw your attention to several noteworthy For additional information on this an other upcoming auctions by
pieces among the sculptures and statues for sale. In addition to a Madonna Hermann Historica, please visit www.hermann-historica.de/en
from Upper Austria, painted in color circa 1480 (lot 51), our latest catalog
features a rare Renaissance plaque from the ambit of the Augsburg
sculptor Hans Schwarz, circa 1520 (lot 54).
We are presenting our customary wide range of fabulous objects in the
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