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A BEZALEL SILVER PRESENTATION CUP SET WITH STONES, JERUSALEM, CIRCA 1920 |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- stamped Bezalel on foot rim
- height 6 5/8 in.
- 17 cm
inscribed, "Presented by the Rt. Hon. Sir Herbert Samuel, G.B.E." and "Capt. H.M. Newton, Palestine Championship 1920, Open Singles", encrusted with filigree and set with hardstones, spirally wrapped stem
Condition
Minor losses to filigree at top of stem and on foot.
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
Herbert Samuel, 1870-1963, 1st Viscount Samuel G.C.B., O.M., G.B.E., P.C., British liberal politician and party leader 1931-35, 1st nominally practicing Jew to serve as a cabinet minister and to become leader of a major political party. He was High Commissioner for Palestine 1920-25, and wished to create a protectorate allowing for increased Jewish settlement and autonomy. On the basis of his work the Balfour Declaration was written.