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A group of six carved boxes and a reading slope late 19th century
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- brass, wood
- the Gothic style box: 28cm. high, 43cm. wide, 32cm. deep; 11in., 1ft. 5in., 1ft.½in.
- the reading slope 30cm. high, 50cm. wide, 28cm. deep; 11ft. ¾in., 1ft. 7¾in., 11in.
comprising a square box with carved coat-of-arms of Bismarck, inside with a printed inscription; a small rectangular matchbox with engraved coat-of-arms of Bismarck; a rectangular presentation box; a Gothic style carved casket with Bismarck coat-of-arms; a further carved casket; a ebonised metal inlaid casket, the lid with inscription; a carved beech reading slope with Prince Bismarck coat-of-arms and inscription
Provenance
Bismarck Museum Schönhausen, inv. nrs. S XI Schön. 44; S XIV Schön. 32; S.III, Schön. 27; S. III, Schön. 28; S. XIV, Schön. 37; S. XIV Schön. 3.
Condition
Overall in reasonable condition. The boxes are all structurally sound and have typical signs of ware that one would expect from age and use.
"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."