Gilded Silver Tasting Cup with Two Handles by Balthasar Haydt

Silver, partially gilded. Oval shape with an elegantly curved rim. Slightly convex bowl decorated in rich relief with fruit, leaves, and an eagle. The rim is adorned all around with matching fruit motifs. Two slender spiral handles are attached at the sides. Features engraving, trembleuse border, hallmark, and the master's mark of Balthasar Haydt (became a master around 1645). Weight approximately 105 grams. Height 4.2 cm, 16.5 cm x 15 cm. See Seling 2007, number 1534, BZ 0730. Large German Baroque piece – gilded silver tasting cup with two handles by Balthasar Haydt (master from around 1645). Examined, analyzed, and stamped by the master. German, Augsburg, circa 1669–1673.