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A CIRCUMCISION KNIFE IN FITTED WALNUT CASE, 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- length 8 1/2 in.
- 21.6 cm
double-bladed knife with octagonal handle with detachable cap, early 18th century, adapted and inscribed, in walnut case carved with Hebrew date 1793 and birds and griffins within scrolling foliage and strapwork, the base opening to reveal a compartmented interior
Condition
Chip at right end of box.
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 handle engraved "Samuel ben Meir" with chronogram giving the date 1793. The chronogram cites Gen. 21:4, "Abraham circumcised his son Isaac."