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An unusual carved beechwood casket, Swiss or German circa 1500
Estimate
2,500 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- 12cm. high, 28cm. wide, 19.5cm. deep; 4¾in., 11in., 7¾in.
of rectangular form, the top with a recessed panel depicting a recumbent stag beneath a palm tree, the front and sides with further panels with rampant lions, the whole applied with wrought iron straps cast with flowerheads and quatrefoil motifs, the underside with a paper label Gewerbe Museum Zurich NO. 2348, in red ink: K.G.M.Z 2348
Condition
Some black staining to the top and there is a small hairline crack to the top left hand-side. Some old minor worm damage. In overall good condition. Unusual box. Lovely animal motif details.
"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."