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A gold, lacquer and Ivory snuff box
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- width 8.3cm, 3 1/4 in
apparently unmarked
oval, the lid lacquered in Japanese taste and inlaid in mother of pearl with a pheasant, the base with paeonies, the sides with scrolling flowers, stamped gold cagework mounts and lining
oval, the lid lacquered in Japanese taste and inlaid in mother of pearl with a pheasant, the base with paeonies, the sides with scrolling flowers, stamped gold cagework mounts and lining
Condition
The surfaces are in excellent condition with tiny surface losses. The ivory lid has bowed slightly, resulting in a lid closure gap.
"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."