- 405
French, early 19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Turned box with numbered skulls, the Cranologie du docteur Gall
- Birr, lined with tortoiseshell
- French, early 19th century
inscribed: CRANOLOGIE DU DOCTEUR GALL and SYSTEME DES ORGANES CEREBEAUX DU DOCTEUR GALL and with a full legend
Condition
Overall the condition of the wood is good with dirt and some minor wear to the surface consistent with age. There is some minor splitting consistent with the material leading to two minor losses to the upper edge of the lower half. There is a nick to the upper edge of the upper half near the word "docteur". There are a few losses to the edge of the tortoiseshell.
"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."