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A three-colour gold and enamel portrait snuff box
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- length 9cm, 3 1/2 in, in original morocco case
makers' mark SC in a vertical lozenge, probably for Collins Sons, Hanau, circa 1820
of rounded rectangular form, the lid inset with a rectangular miniature of a lady with dark curls, wearing a white embroidered muslin dress with vandyke collar, red paisley shawl, the ground and sides chased with rose garlands and scrollwork on a sablé ground within narrow blue enamel borders, the base with a central winged term
of rounded rectangular form, the lid inset with a rectangular miniature of a lady with dark curls, wearing a white embroidered muslin dress with vandyke collar, red paisley shawl, the ground and sides chased with rose garlands and scrollwork on a sablé ground within narrow blue enamel borders, the base with a central winged term
Condition
The blue enamel borders at sides with minor losses. Base rim with two nicks: one at 6 o'clock and one at 12 o'clock. One lid pin lacking. The interior of the lid with pin pricks. The base with small dents, one of which is visible at exterior, two of which are visible at interior. The miniature is suffering from water damage and mould on the background of the top section, which is visible in the catalogue photo. The case is scuffed and time worn.
"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."