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German silver bench-form Hanukah lamp, Johann Jacob Löschhorn, Frankfurt, circa 1770
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- silver
- length 7 1/4 in.
- 18.5 cm.
raised on four lion rampant feet, the lid of the lamp compartment engraved with lattice and enclosed by a pair of settee arms, the back plate modeled as a crowned cartouche, enclosing a chased menorah and with lion rampant regardant supporters, marked inside base, cover and on backplate, with detachable servant light, apparently unmarked.
Condition
Minor splits at rim, feet re-soldered, repairs at three of the spouts.
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.