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A gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- width 9.3cm, 3 5/8 in
apparently unmarked, Geneva, circa 1805
rectangular with cut corners, the lid applied with a rectangular enamel plaque painted with Roman Charity, within a chased frame, the spandrels, sides and base enamelled in translucent steel blue over black diaper and engraved shells, taille d'épargne borders
rectangular with cut corners, the lid applied with a rectangular enamel plaque painted with Roman Charity, within a chased frame, the spandrels, sides and base enamelled in translucent steel blue over black diaper and engraved shells, taille d'épargne borders
Condition
Generally good condition. The lid has been off, and the interior lid lining is not flush with the lid. There is a small patch of restoration to the enamel of the upper portion of the left side of the lid, and surface scratches to the upper left portion of the central lid panel, visible in the catalogue photo. The rear panel with small chip to enamel at corner.
"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."