- 140
A SWISS LAPIS LAZULI AND SILVER-MOUNTED ROSEWOOD CASKET DATED 1891
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- silver, rosewood, lapis lazuli
- height 8 3/4 in.; width 18 3/4 in.; depth 13 in.
- 22.5 cm; 48 cm; 33 cm
the lock signed Georges Hantz Graveur Fecit Genève 1891
Provenance
Henri Vanhoenacker Antiques, Brussels
Condition
With some minor construction cracks and abrasions. Top with some small age cracks and buckling to rosewood. Removable insert with large age cracks to bottom. In 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.