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Two gold-mounted agate étuis
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- heights 9.5cm, 3 3/4 in; 10.5cm, 4 1/8 in
English, circa 1760
the first of tapering form, the mounts chased with rocaille scrolls and foliage and enclosing panels of mottled grey agate with white banding, the interior with four implements including ivory slips and folding gilt-metal knife; the second, a sealing wax case, the cagework mounts over bright orange agate, the lid with small concealed compartment
the first of tapering form, the mounts chased with rocaille scrolls and foliage and enclosing panels of mottled grey agate with white banding, the interior with four implements including ivory slips and folding gilt-metal knife; the second, a sealing wax case, the cagework mounts over bright orange agate, the lid with small concealed compartment
Condition
First: One hair crack to reverse. Two implements lacking.
Second: The front with cracks and a loss to the mounts (see catalogue photo).
"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."