Lot 185
  • 185

Benjamin Banks (Salisbury; b 1727; d 1795) A violin Salisbury, circa 1780

Estimate
4,500 - 6,500 GBP
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Description

  • Benjamin Banks
  • A violin
  • inscribed Banks internally on the bottom block and branded Banks internally on the central back
  • Salisbury

Literature

Illustrated in Benjamin Banks by Albert Cooper, pp. 71-72

Condition

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"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."