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A gold and enamel counter box
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- width 9.1cm, 3 5/8 in
maker's mark R crowned incuse, circa 1790, later French hibou import marks
rectangular with cut corners, the lid painted en plein with a sujet de chasse within a border of paillon swags, the filigree scroll border interspersed with turquoise enamel ovals, the ground of translucent blue enamel over wavy engine-turning, the corners with paillon urns, the interior of the lid with later presentation inscription, the base sliding to reveal the counter compartments, the oval counters enamelled with robed and crowned figures, the backs inscribed with sentiments of fortune: je gagne toujours, je porte bonheur, j'apporte l'esperance, je suis fortuné
rectangular with cut corners, the lid painted en plein with a sujet de chasse within a border of paillon swags, the filigree scroll border interspersed with turquoise enamel ovals, the ground of translucent blue enamel over wavy engine-turning, the corners with paillon urns, the interior of the lid with later presentation inscription, the base sliding to reveal the counter compartments, the oval counters enamelled with robed and crowned figures, the backs inscribed with sentiments of fortune: je gagne toujours, je porte bonheur, j'apporte l'esperance, je suis fortuné
Provenance
The inscription reads: Souvenir du 2 Juillet, La fête de Lili, Le roman de Lili, La victoire d'Adolar
Condition
Very good restored condition. The front, back, corners and one of the sides have been lacquered, as have three of the counters. The interior of the sliding base has been restored.
"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."