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A German Torah Binder, Halberstadt, 1754
估價
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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描述
multicolored paint on linen.
height 7 1/2 in.; length 137 3/4 in
19.1 cm; 349.9 cm
With the Hebrew inscription: Dov Ber, son of Koppel, born on Wednesday 4 Nissan [5]514 (=27 March 1754) and with the traditional blessings. Embellished with flowering vines, an image of a ram, symbolizing Aries and representing the month of Nissan, flowering vines, a crowned Torah scroll with the opening words of the Ten Commandments, and an unusual group of elegantly dressed wedding party standing under a marriage canopy. A Hebrew inscription at the opening indicates that the wimple was donated by Dov Ber. The artist who decorated this binder, Yokel ha-Cohen signed his name in the final panel.
height 7 1/2 in.; length 137 3/4 in
19.1 cm; 349.9 cm
With the Hebrew inscription: Dov Ber, son of Koppel, born on Wednesday 4 Nissan [5]514 (=27 March 1754) and with the traditional blessings. Embellished with flowering vines, an image of a ram, symbolizing Aries and representing the month of Nissan, flowering vines, a crowned Torah scroll with the opening words of the Ten Commandments, and an unusual group of elegantly dressed wedding party standing under a marriage canopy. A Hebrew inscription at the opening indicates that the wimple was donated by Dov Ber. The artist who decorated this binder, Yokel ha-Cohen signed his name in the final panel.
Condition
Sewn in 4 panels. The first panel with small tears repaired and darned with cotton thread. Some staining throughout.
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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.