Embriachi Workshop North Italian, late 15th century and later

Losses, including the upper corners in front and to the proper right corner on the reverse, lifting, and restoration to veneer and moldings. Some worm to wood carcass. Velvet lining rubbed and worn. Lock missing.
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.

For a similar casket dated to the first quarter of the 15th century, see Luciana Martini and Leonard Foi, Bottega degli Embriachi: cofanetti e cassettine tra Gotico e Rinascimento, exh. cat., Brescia, November 17-25, 2001, no. 5.