Italian, Venice, early 16th century

with a label printed: WADDESDON MANOR to the underside

Ferdinand James Anselm Freiherr von Rothschild, Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire;
with Jan Dirven Sr.;
Piet van Doorne, 1977:
with A. Jansen, 1977;
Edgar Jetter, Vreden;
his sale Sotheby's Amsterdam, 17 December 2003, lot 841

Overall the condition of the casket is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface throughout consistent with age. The varnish has been refreshed. The gilding and the edges and corners of the casket are all slightly worn. There are minor fissures and chips present on the joint where the hinges connect to the casket. The finial may be original.
"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."

Compare lots 595, 604 and 613 in the collection of Yves St. Laurent and Pierre Bergé, sold Christie's Paris, 23-25 February 2009.