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A pair of Polish silver small Torah finials and a German silver covered box, maker's mark LO and Georg Nicolaus Bierfreund, Nuremberg, early 19th century and circa 1790
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- finials marked on staves with maker and 12, box marked on cover and base with maker, city mark and date letter
- silver, wood
- height of finials 6 1/8 in., length of box 5 1/4 in.
- 15.6, 13.3cm
staves with beaded borders, filigree crown terminals; the oval box with bud finial above chased foliage and flowers
Condition
box with two leaves missing from finial, a later bolt, and small split to rim of cover; finials in good condition
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.