German or Flemish and French 15th/16th century and 17th century

Frits Philips, Eindhoven;
his sale, Sotheby's Eindhoven, The Frits Philips Collection, 4-5 December 2006, lots 478 and 481

Beechwood casket: There is dirt and wear consistent with age. There is evidence of past worming to the wood, particularly to the bottom panel and front left corner. There is stable splitting to the wood consistent with the material and a few wax restorations. The lower left corner strap to the reverse is lost and there are losses to the front left vertical strap, reverse right vertical strap and to the vertical strap on the right side. The front left vertical strap has lost a pin and is loose and the reverse right lower corner strap is loose. The wood may originally have been painted and the straps reattached. The lock does not operate and there is oxidation to the metal. The feet may be replaced. Otherwise the condition is good. Chagreen casket: Overall the condition is good with minor dirt and wear consistent with age. There are a few small splits and lacunae to the chagreen including to the centre panel above the lock, where the chagreen has peeled away slightly. There is some oxidation to the mounts and some of the upper straps on the lid have lifted from the chagreen slightly.
"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."