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A SILVER-GILT TORAH POINTER WITH JEWELS AND ENAMEL, PROBABLY GERMAN, 18TH/19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- length 7 1/4 in.
- 18.4 cm
the octagonal shaft engraved with Hebrew inscriptions, later fitted with a gold and enamel hand, wearing a ruby and diamond bracelet, spherical spice compartment terminal
Condition
Finger repaired with lead solder, some loss of enamel.
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 inscription reads: "A memento of love sent to Jerusalem of Gold. Dedicated to God for use in the study house Zayit Ra'anan in Yeshivat Etz Hayyim, Jerusalem, on behalf of the child Jehiel Raphael ben Aryeh Leib Mushin ben Nehamah Sarah- may his hands and heart be faithful to God- as a remembrance in the Temple of God, selah."