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A gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 GBP
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Description
- width 9.2cm, 3 5/8 in
Jean-George Rémond & Co., Geneva, 1804-1807
rectangular, the lid inset with a Geneva enamel plaque painted by Jean-Abraham Lissignol, signed, with the Continence of Scipio within a split pearl and enamel border, the sides and base enamelled in translucent blue over diaper engine-turning, leaf and strapwork taille d'épargne borders, the interior of the lid with later presentation inscription
rectangular, the lid inset with a Geneva enamel plaque painted by Jean-Abraham Lissignol, signed, with the Continence of Scipio within a split pearl and enamel border, the sides and base enamelled in translucent blue over diaper engine-turning, leaf and strapwork taille d'épargne borders, the interior of the lid with later presentation inscription
Provenance
The inscription reads: Presented by Edward Lucas/ to his affectionate Brother/ Philip Lucas/ 1847.
Condition
Side and base panels and base border have been successfully restored.
"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."