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A Polish Silver Hexagonal Charity Box, Mid 19th Century
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- height 6in. (15.2cm)
the tapered sides chased with a swan, an eagle, a peacock, a pair of stags, a sailing ship and a bouquet surrounded by scrolling foliage and each above a flower spray, hinged dome cover, with flower-chased cap and later inscribed in Hebrew "Charity saves from death", with lock, marked 12 on base, cover and twice on body
Condition
cap has replaced hinge pin, steel spring lacking, repairs to one foot and base rim, feet possibly repositioned
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.