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Bezalel School
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Bezalel School
- A Bezalel plaque, showing the Return of the Spies from the Land of Israel
- inscribed in Hebrew Bezalel (lower right) and Jerusalem (lower left)
- metal plaque on wooden base
- plaque: 4 1/8 by 14 1/4 in.; 10.4 by 36.2 cm
- overall: 5 3/8 by 15 3/4 in.; 13.7 by 40 cm
Condition
Brass plaque mounted on wood panel. There are minor accretions visible on the brass, some with a slight sheen. Some very minor scuffs and scratches. The brass is slightly bent at upper center, between the raised screws. Ready to hang in its current state.
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
Romie and Blanche Shapiro founded the Friends of Bezalel Academy of Arts & Design, Jerusalem in 1977. Romie was President, Chairman and Chairman Emeritus and Blanche was an esteemed Member of its Board of Directors. The Blanche and Romie Shapiro Department of Fine Arts of the Bezalel Academy is an enduring tribute and legacy to an extraordinary couple. Blanche and Romie, who were married for 80 years, were ardent philanthropists, patrons of the arts, and supporters of Jewish education.