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A gold and enamel Royal Presentation snuff box
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- width 8.5cm, 3 3/8 in
Louis-François Tronquoy, Paris, circa 1846, the rim numbered: 322
of quatrefoil form, decorated in blue and green basse-taille enamels, the lid with the ciphers AO and LF below a royal crown within leaf and strapwork borders, the sides and base similarly ornamented
of quatrefoil form, decorated in blue and green basse-taille enamels, the lid with the ciphers AO and LF below a royal crown within leaf and strapwork borders, the sides and base similarly ornamented
Provenance
The ciphers are those of Antoine d'Orléans, duc de Montpensier and his bride Louise Ferdinande, daughter of Ferdinand VII, King of Spain.
Condition
Scrapes on lid enamel, visible in the catalogue photo, and also on three of the sides. Losses to blue enamel among scrollwork at sides, and a very small portion lacking on base. PLEASE NOTE: The rim is engraved: Mal. Bernard Joaillier a Paris.
"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."