A POLISH PARCEL-GILT SILVER AND 'GEM'-SET TORAH SHIELD

rectangular with arched top, openwork edges, applied with lions flanking cartouche below griffons, enclosed by columns overlaid with pierced strapwork, set with red stones and engraved with Hebrew presentation inscription, the background chased with interlaced strapwork on matted ground, all surmounted by an openwork crown centered by a lion couchant.

Center has four rivets which no longer function suggesting remounting or change of applied cartouche. Griffons now attached with glue, right column with replaced strapwork, damage and partial replacements to edges, splits in base panel.
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.

The Hebrew inscription reads: "This is the donation of Reb Yehuda Leib, the son of Shlomo Zalman of blessed memory [5]514 (1754)."