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A damascened brass synagogal dedication plaque, dated 1915
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height: 11 1/2in (29cm.)
the cartouche-form backplate elaborately inlaid in silver and copper with scrolling foliage and protective motifs, including fish, with Hebrew dedication inscription in memory of Ovadiah, son of Yom Tov Bokai and dated 22 November 1915
Condition
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
The Hebrew inscription reads: "Dedicated to the Lord in memory of the young man who died before his time, Ovadiah, son of Yom Tov Bokai, may he rest in Eden, who passed away on November 22, 1915, may his soul be bound up in the bond of life"