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A pearl-set gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- width 8.5cm, 3 3/8 in
maker's mark FJ incuse, probably Swiss, circa 1810, the rim numbered: 4637
rectangular with cut corners, the lid painted en plein with a declaration, within a wide opaque white enamel border applied with split pearls, the corners engraved with sprigs on a matted ground, the sides and base enamelled in translucent sepia within engraved and white-enamelled borders
rectangular with cut corners, the lid painted en plein with a declaration, within a wide opaque white enamel border applied with split pearls, the corners engraved with sprigs on a matted ground, the sides and base enamelled in translucent sepia within engraved and white-enamelled borders
Condition
There are enamel losses to the lid panel and border (visible in the catalogue photo), and at the edges of each of the four side panels. The base in excellent condition. Two split pearls lacking. The surface of the the lid enamel has become textured over an area at left.
"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."