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A four-colour gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- width 8.8cm, 3 1/2 in
unmarked, probably Hanau, circa 1835
rectangular, the lid inset with an oval enamel plaque painted with a view of Frederiksborg Castle within an opaque blue enamel frame, the reserves applied with flowerheads within rocaille scrollwork on a sablé ground, the side and base with wavy engine-turning, the corners chased and applied with foliate pilasters
rectangular, the lid inset with an oval enamel plaque painted with a view of Frederiksborg Castle within an opaque blue enamel frame, the reserves applied with flowerheads within rocaille scrollwork on a sablé ground, the side and base with wavy engine-turning, the corners chased and applied with foliate pilasters
Condition
Excellent condition and very crisp. One lid pin lacking.
"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."