Lot 94 Dα

A Baroque silver gilt communion chalice

The domed base with finely chased cherub's heads amid scrollwork and fruit resting on a round basal ring with a pierced acanthus motif. The baluster form node and basket of the tapering cup with corresponding decoration. With a small inventory stamp “1727” on the underside. H 22.5 cm, weight 539 g.
Paris, late 17th century.