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AN ENGLISH SILVER LAVER CUP
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- hallmarked London ? 1812, date letter and maker's mark not clear.
- silver
- height 6 1/4 in.
- 15.8 cm
barrel form with two leaf-capped C-scroll handles, engraved with lengthy Hebrew inscriptions relating to the Great Synagogue, London, and date 1814.
Provenance
Great Synagogue, London
Condition
Condition good.
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 Hebrew inscriptions read: "For the Great Synagogue of London on the occasion of their visit, Michael the son of Alexander Segal and his wife Hana daughter of Aaron Levi [5]574 (1814);" and in large Hebrew script, "Moses' blessing to the tribe of Levi (Deuteronomy 33:8)." Both husband and wife are of Levitical descent and this gift was for the use of the Levites in the ritual washing of the priestly hands.
The Great Synagogue was established in Duke's Place, London in 1722, having moved from Broad Street, Mitre Square.