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A pair of early Dutch parcel-gilt silver Torah finials, Peter Van Hoven, Amsterdam, 1709
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on staves and with later Dutch control mark
- silver
- height 10 5/8 in.
- 27 cm
each formed as a baluster shaft applied with scroll brackets suspending gilt bells, gilt crown finials, the staves engraved with Hebrew inscription, crowns possibly restored
Condition
as noted re. crowns, minor repairs to brackets, one stave with dent to base rim, crowns now secured by machine-threaded bolts and possibly remounted, otherwise 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.
Catalogue Note
The inscription on the first translates to "These are the Rimmonim of Emanuel and Hannah di Crasto, may their rock and redeemer protect them." The second reads "By the almighty who shall bless you with blessings of heaven above" (Genesis 49:25) and which also serves as a chronogram for 1744.
A pair of similar Torah finials also by Peter Van Hoven was sold Sotheby's, New York, December 14, 2011, lot 36.