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A small pearl-set gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- width 7.5cm, 2 7/8 in
maker's mark MC incuse, perhaps for Marc Cellier, Geneva, circa 1810
rectangular with cut corners, the lid painted en plein with a romantic lakeside view, a fisherman distracting two ladies from their conversation, within a split pearl border, the sides and base enamelled in translucent blue over wavy engine-turning between white, blue and black taille d'épargne borders
rectangular with cut corners, the lid painted en plein with a romantic lakeside view, a fisherman distracting two ladies from their conversation, within a split pearl border, the sides and base enamelled in translucent blue over wavy engine-turning between white, blue and black taille d'épargne borders
Condition
There is an area of restoration to the upper portion of the lid panel, visible in the catalogue photo. There are two additonal restorations to the back, each approx. 2cm long.
"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."