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A DUTCH SILVER MARRIAGE CASKET, OTTO DOUWES, (FRANEKER), 1646-66
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- height 5.4 cm., weight 51 gr.
of hexagonal shape, on three ball feet, engraved with the personifications of Fides, Temperantia, Fortitudo, Caritas, Prudentia and Spes and engraved Het geloof, d Matigheit, d Sterkte, de liefde, d voorsigtighet and d Hope in ovals on the panels, detachable domed lid engraved with clasping hands and fruit clusters, maker's mark only at the base (2)
Condition
Small scratches and dents of use, marks rubbed, the top of the cover slightly pressed in, the engraved scenes overall good, one ball foot with a small old repair, a very small split to the cover
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."