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A gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- width 7.5cm, 3in
unmarked but probably Charles Magnin, Geneva, mid 19th century
of unusual shaped rectangular form with incurved edges and corners, the lid engraved and partially painted en plein with a mediaeval couple receiving the blessing of a holy man, the border and sides elaborately engraved with scrolls picked out in black enamel, the lid and base corners chased with floral clusters, the side corners with bearded masks
of unusual shaped rectangular form with incurved edges and corners, the lid engraved and partially painted en plein with a mediaeval couple receiving the blessing of a holy man, the border and sides elaborately engraved with scrolls picked out in black enamel, the lid and base corners chased with floral clusters, the side corners with bearded masks
Condition
Excellent condition. One hinge panel distressed and possibly replaced. Minor surface scratches to enamel.
"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."