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Middle Eastern metal and fabric-mounted Torah case, dated 1857
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Silver, metal, fabric, wood
- height 37 1/2 in.
- 95.4 cm.
paneled sides mounted with embossed panels of formal foliage on fabric ground, also with two Hebrew inscribed plaquettes one dated 1857, the borders chased with foliage and birds, mounted throughout with metal studs and bound with metal bands.
Condition
Numerous losses.
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 two Hebrew inscribed plaques translate to "This is the Torah which was dedicated by Jacob son of the deceased Elijah in his honor and for his soul Rahamin his son the young man 1857."
A second plaque gives a warning that anyone selling, mortgaging, etc. this piece will be excommunicated plus other threats. for inappropriate use.
A second plaque gives a warning that anyone selling, mortgaging, etc. this piece will be excommunicated plus other threats. for inappropriate use.