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A pair of German silver-gilt Torah finials, Lazarus Posen, Frankfurt-am-Main, circa 1900
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on staves
- silver, gilt
- height 11 in.
- 28cm
chased with flowers, foliage and strapwork, the openings hung with bells, lobed lower body, crown and pennant finial hung with a bell, the staves engraved with a German inscription
Condition
some replaced bells, repairs to both crown finials and one pennant, minor dents from use, otherwise good
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
Inscription reads translated: "To commemorate the opening of the synagogue on July 26, 1951 in Karlsruhe donated by the Jewish religious community Heidelberg."