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AN ITALIAN SILVER TORAH SHIELD
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
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Description
- marked on shield and plaque, the spacer possibly by another maker.
- silver
formed as a crowned baroque cartouche with boldly chased borders centered by Hebrew inscription, Crown of Torah, topped by the Tablets, hung from matching plaque and spacer.
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, December 19, 2007, lot 55
Condition
A few small splits in border of main shield, the spacer with four repairs.
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.
Catalogue Note
The Hebrew inscription reads: "Abraham ha-Levi son of Moses."
The Panizza family represent the largest and most important silver workshop in mid 19th century Milan; see V. Donaver - R. Dabbene, Argenti Italiani dell'800, p. 283.