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A German Parcel-Gilt Silver Torah Shield, Michael Hermann Mayr, Augsburg, 1739
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- marked on front with city incorporation date and maker's mark
- Parcel-gilt
- height 10 1/4 in.
- 26.1cm
the cartouche-form backplate centered with a portion plaque compartment, chased with scrollwork, a flowering diaper pattern, and flanking lions atop pedestals, supporting a projecting crown, the background pricked, hung with two bells, bottom border with later inscription
Condition
missing center bell, otherwise good condition
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
A Torah shield by Mayr of 1728-32 is in the collection of the Israel Museum, Jerusalem.