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An Austro-Hungarian silver charity box from a burial society, late 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- maker's mark MJ on cover, clasp, and flange of body
- Silver
- height 5 3/4 in.
- 14.5cm
plain cylindrical form with concave c-scroll handle, hinged clasp, the inscribed hinged cover with central slot
Provenance
The Hebrew inscription translates as: "Burial Society of Nadipolo"
Literature
Jay Weinstein, A Collector's Guide to Judaica, fig. 117, p. 102, where it is described as "a beautiful piece of silver, well engraved at the time of making." Weinstein gives the town as Leibach, modern Ljubljana in Slovenia.
Condition
good condition
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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.