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A GERMAN SILVER COMPARTMENTED BOX, MAKER'S MARK IIM (ROSENBERG 3, NO. 1128), BAMBERG, CIRCA 1750-70 AND LATER |
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on cover with maker's mark and i3
- height 8 1/2 in.
- 21.6 cm
of shell form raised on three scroll feet, the hinged cover mounted possibly later with a cast lion rampant holding an inscribed shield, the interior divided into six compartments
Condition
Repaired at back near hinge, hinge re-positioned or replaced, the emblem sword(?) that the lion holds is incomplete, front rim repaired, the finial possibly slightly later
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 maker's mark is listed by Rosenberg no. 1128, but is not identified. A silver-gilt monstrance is listed by him in the Martinkirche Bamberg. The shield is engraved: "Holy Society of Benevolent Deeds in the holy community of Bamberg, may their Rock and Redeemer keep them, in the year 1783."