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A LATVIAN SILVER-MOUNTED PRAYER BOOK COVER, MAKER'S MARK L.S, BAUSKA, CIRCA 1780 |
估價
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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描述
- Silver, Wood
- 24.6cm., 9 3/4 in. high
rectangular, pierced and embossed in high relief with baskets of flowers among shells and scrolls around central Hebrew engraved cartouches, later mounted in wood as a cigarette box, 17.8cm., 7in. high, together with an Austrian silver spice tower, possibly Johann Georg Andorfer, Vienna, 1807, twin-handled flower vase form, detachable in two places, filigree body with removable liner, cast foliate terminal, on a wirework base
Condition
The prayer book in good condition, the later conversion in not irreversible or intrusive. Marks fairly clear to rim of one side. Later French control marks. Good overall. The spice tower clearly marked to each piece. Nice heavy gauge. Bad repair mid-stem of base, also around some junctions to foot. Otherwise pretty good condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."