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Silver-mounted Torah case from the Moussaieff family, probably Jerusalem, dated 1923
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Silver; Carpet
- height 39 1/4 in.
- 99.7 cm.
covered in knotted carpet with silver borders of chased foliage and inscriptions, leaf-tip gallery, the top hung with bells, fitted with scroll, the top covered in damask.
Condition
Losses to gallery, sections of carpet worn and missing, lacks clasp and also lacks finials.
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.
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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 inside with dedication inscription from Shlomo Moussaieff (grandfather to the late owner) and his wife Esta, in Jerusalem, presumably to the Bokharan synagogue he built in that city.