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A pearl-set gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- width 8.5cm, 3 3/4 in
maker's mark M.C incuse, Geneva, circa 1805
oval, the lid painted en plein with Mars and Venus within a border of blue enamel and pearls, the sides and base enamelled in translucent blue over diaper-patterned engine-turning, ribbon and corn taille d'épargne borders
oval, the lid painted en plein with Mars and Venus within a border of blue enamel and pearls, the sides and base enamelled in translucent blue over diaper-patterned engine-turning, ribbon and corn taille d'épargne borders
Condition
There is a patch of restoration to the lid, upper centre, visible in the catalogue photo. There are two enamel losses to the right side, one restored, the other just visible in the catalogue photo. The lid is especially well-painted.
"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."