G. Thuerelinckx Flanders, Louvain, circa 1900

together with: leather-bound volume with 42 engraved plates, titled: Manuel du Tourneur, vol. 3 (Planches du Vol.1)

Overall, the condition of the ensemble is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. Some of the leaves have fallen around the vase. There is a varnish to the wood vase. There is minor stable splitting, consistent with the material, including to the right handle of the vase. There is wear to some of the flowers and there are a few possible reattachments. There are blue residues to some of the stamens of the flowers. There is general wear to the frame, including minor stable splitting.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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Although nothing is known about the artist of the present vase, the Tuerlinckx, or Thuerelinckx, were a family of wood carvers, turners, and instrument makers, active in the Malines area of the Netherlands. The most prominent members of the family were Jean (1753-1827) and his son Corneille (1783-1855). 

The present lot is sold with a bound volume containing some of the plates of L. E. Bergeron's Manuel du Touneur, an instructions manual written for turners in 1816. See plate 42 for a turned wood vase similar to the present lot.