Lot 51
  • 51

Petit étui à écriture et paire de ciseaux à couture en or, Paris, 1809-1819

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 EUR
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Description

  • Petit étui à écriture et paire de ciseaux à couture en or, Paris, 1809-1819
  • gold
  • Long de l'étui: 7.7cm., 3 in.
chacun en forme de cariatide, le socle de l'étui avec compartiment pour la cire, contenant un porte-plume et un cure-oreille /aiguille, poinçon de maître illisible et garanties de Paris 1809-1819

Condition

very delicate and charming. one end of scissor blade broken. good condition overall. 21.9gr.
"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."