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15 A pair of important covered silver tureens with original cases. Turin, 2 nd half 18 th century. Maker’s mark of Christ giving benediction and the initials I.P. 45 × 28.5 cm. Weight approx. 11,110 g. Made for Samuel von Tscharner (1716–1800). Estimate: CHF 20 000/40 000 Samuel von Tscharner was obviously an enthusiastic hunter. An officer in the Sardinian-Piedmontese army, he cultivated a courtly lifestyle. On 14 April 1760, Colonel von Tscharner assumed command of the Royal Bernese Regiment, which ensured him not only a good reputation but also a high income. As early as 1756 he had already rendered outstanding services as a representative of Bernese interests by initiating the renewal of important salt supply contracts between Bern and the Kingdom of Sardinia-Piedmont. His activ- ities were probably rewarded by both parties, which together with his income as a regimental commander enabled him, among other things, to purchase this extraordinary pair of tureens with hunting motifs. A recently discovered cutlery set with the same maker’s mark has provided another clue to this unknown master’s identity. Marten Van Cleve the Elder (1527–1581) (and workshop?). Country outdoor wedding. Oil on panel. 77 × 107.5 cm. Estimate: CHF 150 000/250 000 The rural genre scenes of van Cleve thrive on strong colour contrasts. Typical of his style are the voluminous figures whose garments are shown almost wrinkle-free. In 1551 the artist, whose ancestors and descendants also devoted themselves to painting, became a member of the St. Luke's Guild in Antwerp. Balthasar van der Ast (circa 1593–1657). Still life with tulips, roses and carnations in a Wan Li porcelain vase with a butterfly and insects. Oil on panel. 30.9 × 26.1 cm. Estimate: CHF 200 000/300 000 Van der Ast's flower still lifes are outstanding examples of 17 th -century Dutch painting. He became famous for his ability to depict insects and other small creatures in a hyper-realistic manner. Corrado Giaquinto (1699–circa 1765). Christ hands the keys of heaven to St. Peter. Oil on canvas. 136 × 100 cm. Estimate: CHF 100 000/150 000 Giaquinto left his mark not only with his frescoes, but also with a masterly body of religious paintings on canvas. After some successful years in Rome, he en- tered the service of the Spanish king Ferdinand VI in 1753, before returning to Naples near the end of his life. Fede Galizia (1578–1630). Still life. Oil on panel. 28 × 38.3 cm. Estimate: CHF 150 000/200 000 With her naturalistic, simplified compositions, Fede Galizia contributed significantly to the establishment of the still life genre in Italy at the beginning of the 17 th century. Only about twenty still lifes by her are known today; her fruit and flower pieces are rarities and important milestones in the history of art. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION FURNITURE Stephan Koller skoller@kollerauctions.com SILVER Corinne Koller ckoller@kollerauctions.com OLD MASTER PAINTINGS Karoline Weser weser@kollerauctions.com ONLINE CATALOGUES www.kollerauctions.com