Greek Vaphio Cup Game of Thrones - Cup - .925 silver

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Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
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Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.

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Sterling silver repousse cup reproducing the Vapheio Cup scenes, handmade and hallmarked 925, with a width of 10.5 cm, height of 6.5 cm, top diameter 7.7 cm, and a weight of 124 g, of European origin dating to 1970–1980, in excellent condition.

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The Vapheio Gold cups were excavated from the Beehive tomb near Sparta (Vapheio tholos tomb) and are masterpieces of Creto-Mycenaean metalwork.

This sterling silver repousse cup is a reproduction of one of the Vapheio cups, depicting a bull being captured by a net, another bull attacking two hunters, and a third bull fleeing.
The interior is plain for easy cleaning

Interestingly in season five episode one of Game of Thrones, "The Wars to Come", a reproduction of the Vaphio cup can be seen as Tyrion Lannister, newly arrived from Pentos, uses it for a drink of wine.

This cup is a fabulous possession for the Game of Thrones enthusiast!

Ideal gift for a Taurus birthday or christening

Width 10,5 cm
Height 6,5 cm
Top Diameter 7,7 cm
Net Silver Weight 124 grams

Fully hallmarked on bottom and handle 925 for sterling silver, also "Hand Made"

Condition report:
In clean fine circa 50 years old original condition - great patina, minor scratches, - no dings, no cracks, no repairs, as you can see in pictures that are part of the description (wine bottle not included)


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Now browse and search through my auctions to find the unexpected! Over the last 40 years, I have been collecting silver Works of Art. Carefully selecting every single piece that speaks for its rarity, provenance, historical significance, excellent craftsmanship, functional peculiarity and harmonious proportions... Time has now come to release them back into the market, so that new generations of demanding collectors and individuals that - just like me - love to surround themselves with items with character can enjoy them as much as I did. I photograph them honestly and describe them to the best of my knowledge. Good luck to your bids!!!
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The Vapheio Gold cups were excavated from the Beehive tomb near Sparta (Vapheio tholos tomb) and are masterpieces of Creto-Mycenaean metalwork.

This sterling silver repousse cup is a reproduction of one of the Vapheio cups, depicting a bull being captured by a net, another bull attacking two hunters, and a third bull fleeing.
The interior is plain for easy cleaning

Interestingly in season five episode one of Game of Thrones, "The Wars to Come", a reproduction of the Vaphio cup can be seen as Tyrion Lannister, newly arrived from Pentos, uses it for a drink of wine.

This cup is a fabulous possession for the Game of Thrones enthusiast!

Ideal gift for a Taurus birthday or christening

Width 10,5 cm
Height 6,5 cm
Top Diameter 7,7 cm
Net Silver Weight 124 grams

Fully hallmarked on bottom and handle 925 for sterling silver, also "Hand Made"

Condition report:
In clean fine circa 50 years old original condition - great patina, minor scratches, - no dings, no cracks, no repairs, as you can see in pictures that are part of the description (wine bottle not included)


Buy with confidence from one of Catawiki 100% positive feedback Top seller

International buyers welcomed
Worldwide reliable tracking registered mail shipping
Nature respectful recycled carefully packed
Yes I do combine shipping for lots sold in the same auction

Coming from a 100% smoke free home, it will be properly sanitized before shipping

Are you looking for more fine quality items in current auctions?
Click now on Argent Provocateur seller username! to see all my lots!

Seller's Story

Now browse and search through my auctions to find the unexpected! Over the last 40 years, I have been collecting silver Works of Art. Carefully selecting every single piece that speaks for its rarity, provenance, historical significance, excellent craftsmanship, functional peculiarity and harmonious proportions... Time has now come to release them back into the market, so that new generations of demanding collectors and individuals that - just like me - love to surround themselves with items with character can enjoy them as much as I did. I photograph them honestly and describe them to the best of my knowledge. Good luck to your bids!!!
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
124 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Country of origin
Europe
Designer/artist/maker
Greek Vaphio Cup Game of Thrones
Material
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
6.5 cm
Width
10.5 cm
Depth
7.7 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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Objects sold
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