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A LARGE 18CT GOLD, ENAMEL AND GEM-SET TWO-HANDLED CASKET
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- width 28.5cm, 11 1/4 in
Spanish, circa 1920, struck with pseudo hallmarks
rectangular, on four cast volute supports, the sides chased with ribbon-tied festoons, vases of flowers and other motifs within formal borders, inset on one side with a painted and champlevé enamel plaque including figures from classical mythology and on the other with an embossed scene of a satyr dancing with two maidens, the top with a winged cherub at each corner, the domed hinged cover applied with a crowned monogram (WR) set with diamonds, emeralds and a ruby, chased shallow interior compartment, the underside engraved with scrolling foliage
rectangular, on four cast volute supports, the sides chased with ribbon-tied festoons, vases of flowers and other motifs within formal borders, inset on one side with a painted and champlevé enamel plaque including figures from classical mythology and on the other with an embossed scene of a satyr dancing with two maidens, the top with a winged cherub at each corner, the domed hinged cover applied with a crowned monogram (WR) set with diamonds, emeralds and a ruby, chased shallow interior compartment, the underside engraved with scrolling foliage
Condition
There are a handful of small enamel losses, some restored, and minor nicks to the gold. Otherwise in excellent order.
"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."