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A Gold, Enamel and pearl snuff Box
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- width 7.2cm, 2 7/8 in
Guidon, Rémond, Gide, Geneva, 1792-1801
oval, the lid enamelled with Rebecca at the Well, pearl border, the sides and base enamelled in translucent blue over chevron engine-turning, opaque white line borders
oval, the lid enamelled with Rebecca at the Well, pearl border, the sides and base enamelled in translucent blue over chevron engine-turning, opaque white line borders
Condition
Please note, the lid panel is Guidon, Rémond, Gide, Geneva, 1792-1801. The rest of the box is of later manufacture. It is in excellent condition, apart from an enamel loss to white line border, lower right front, approx 6mm. There is a slight catch when closing.
"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."