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A North German silver-mounted velvet book binding, Franz Jochim Martsensen, Altona, circa 1765
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on both covers
- silver, paper, velvet
- length 7 5/8 in.
- 19.4 cm
the cover applied with engraved shields, later applied with hearts with engraved and serrated leaf-tip borders, fitted with gilt-edged Ashkenazi prayer book for full year with instructions in Yiddish, 2nd edition, printed by Herz Levi Rofe and his son-in-law Kosman, Amsterdam, 1760
Condition
In general good condition, velvet renewed, the cartouches each with later applied heart
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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.