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An Italian Silver Pidyon Ha-ben Plate, probably Turin, early 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- apparently unmarked
- Silver
- 15 in.
- 38.1cm
the center embossed with a pair of hands in blessing over Hebrew inscription, surrounded by bands of neoclassical swags and paterae, old repairs and replacements
Provenance
Property from the Collection of Michael and Doris Zagayski, Sotheby's New York, June 29, 1995, lot 43
Exhibited
The Jewish Museum, New York, The Silver and Judaica Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Zagayski, 1963, no. 99
Literature
Kaiser and Shoenberger, Jewish Ceremonial Art, Philadelphia, 1959, no. 184
Condition
old repairs and reinforcements
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.