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A Hungarian Gilt-Metal, Enamel and Leather Presentation Portfolio, circa 1897
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Gilt-metal, Enamel
- length 18in.
- 46cm
the large rectangular portfolio mounted on front with engraved gilt-metal strapwork set with numerous multi-color enamel bosses and flowerheads and centered by blue and white champlevé monogram BV, the back with gilt-metal and enamel bosses at angles and center with cartouche with enamel dates 1888 and 1897, interior with illuminated eulogy in Hungarian with two Hebrew passages and list of signatures of the contributors
Condition
the leather with some scuffing and foxing and stains throughout, enamel good
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
This porfolio was presented to William Bing, president of the Congregation of Arad (Translyvania) on his retirement having been elected thrice president of the congregation.