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A Louis XV varicolor gold snuff box, Germain Chayé, Paris, 1755
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- fully marked inside base, cover and side, discharge and later control marks on rim
- gold, enamel
- length 3 1/8 in.
- 8 cm
rectangular, chased with trophies of bird hunting, music, gardening, love and war, on engine-turned sunray and sable grounds with single chased flowers at the angles
Condition
Surface wear, otherwise 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.
Catalogue Note
Germain Chayé is listed in 1755 at Pont au Change, cautionné by Jean-Charles Frémin, where he remained until 1786. Nocq, in Le Poinçon de Paris, p.251, notes his large output both of gold boxes and table silver.