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North African wood Torah case with associated finials and two Torah pointers, dated 1907
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood, pewter, silver
- height 31 3/4 in.
- 80.8 cm.
ten-sided with pierced fretwork gallery of crown form, the front with inscribed plaque, the finials turned wood and inlaid with pewter, two associated silver pointers, one engraved with fish and inscription.
Condition
Minor losses to gallery. Holes to top of case suggest it may have had a frieze. Sun loss to molded borders at base and top.
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
Plaque "Josph Arbib for the repose of his three sons Hyam, Matok and Solomon and his daughter Meluba the virgin, may their rest be bound up in the bonds of life, made and completed in the holiday of Shavout in the year 1907."