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TWO WOOD AND ONE LACQUER SNUFF BOXES, 18TH/FIRST HALF 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description
- length of longest 3 5/8 in.
- 9.2 cm
comprising a circular lacquer phrenology box with interior erotic scene, the cover with an allegory of painting, the phrenology print signed Gall for Franz Joseph Gall, Vienna (1758-1828); a rectangular box with a memento mori erotic scene entitle Cutty Sark; and another rectangular with two historical scenes on grapevine ground.
Condition
minor chips to first, others good
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.