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A GERMANIC PARCEL-GILT SILVER FILIGREE SPICE CONTAINER, PROBABLY 16TH OR 17TH CENTURY |
估價
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
招標截止
描述
- 80gr., 2oz.10dwt.
ball shaped, separting into two halves, the central detachable band, chased with a crown flanked by Hebrew blessing of spices on a zig-zag ground, between applied wropework bands, on a banded stem and domed foot embossed and chased with spiral gothic lobes and foliage, cast openwork finial, painted inventory number 9486, apparently unmarked
Condition
unthreaded tube runs from finial which is fitted to it, through ball shaped spice container and pushes into foot, because there is no thread the body and foot are a bit loose together. Small piece of filigree missing from lower section, General condition is pretty good, colour is excellent
"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."