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Silver and velvet-mounted Torah case, possibly Indian, circa 1900
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Silver; velvet
- height 39 in.
- 99 cm.
chased with running floral borders and matching top below central finial hung with chains and drops, silver panels embossed with inscription inside and later applied dedication panel, marked several times T100.
Condition
Some nails missing, velvet faded, rough section below fluted finial.
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 heart-shaped plaque engraved "Regina, the wife of Abdul... Jacob from B T." Inside the inscriptions are of the Commandments and "This Tik and the Torah scroll in it by Mrs Regina wife of the late Abdul Katsoori Jacob Eini, may she be blessed among the women of the tent"