Greek (Corfu) silver binding--Empty embossed silver binding,

4to (355 x 280mm., depth 65mm.), the upper cover with central Crucifixion scene surrounded by, and with overall leafy and scroll decoration, corners with figures identified as David, Daniel, Isaiah and Malachy, the lower cover similarly decorated with central scene of the Resurrection and corners with the Evangelists, spine with an angel, scrolls and flowers, 3 (of 4) clasps, lacking one clasp

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"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."

On the inside cover is an inscription in Greek "Silversmith Georgios Vrachliotes, Corfu, Greece 13-4-1933". Whilst stylistically it appears to be late eighteenth or early nineteenth century, production of such objects was very conservative. Compositionally, comparison may be made with Athanasios Tzemoures' binding for the Gospels of Saint Vessarion Monastery which dates from the early nineteenth century.