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A gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- width 7.7cm, 3in
French prestige marks including A crowned, date letter T, discharge mark of E. Brichard and maker's mark P? in a crowned shield, mid 19th century
rectangular, the lid painted en plein with a pastoral landscape after the manner of Claude Lorrain, the sides and base enamelled in translucent blue over star engine-turning, bound with opaque white ribbons on an engraved ground, everted flange thumbpiece
rectangular, the lid painted en plein with a pastoral landscape after the manner of Claude Lorrain, the sides and base enamelled in translucent blue over star engine-turning, bound with opaque white ribbons on an engraved ground, everted flange thumbpiece
Condition
Excellent condition. There is a very slight catch when closing the lid, and some wear to the base, otherwise fine.
"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."