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A pearl-set gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- width 6.8cm, 2 3/4 in
the base struck IGR crowned incuse for Jean-George Rémond, the lid struck F.I crowned incuse, probably Geneva, circa 1790
oval, the lid painted en plein within paillons with amorous nymphs on a translucent blue ground over swirling engine-turning, the rims bordered with split pearls and opalescent beads on chased and green enamelled leafy borders on matting
oval, the lid painted en plein within paillons with amorous nymphs on a translucent blue ground over swirling engine-turning, the rims bordered with split pearls and opalescent beads on chased and green enamelled leafy borders on matting
Condition
Generally good condition. There are losses to the edge of the enamel of the back panel below the hinge, and a fissure without loss to the lower right corner of the same panel. One split pearl lacking from lid border. There is a 3mm loss to the white line border, front lower left, visible in the catalogue photo. The painted oval scene is especially well-done and an interesting use of paillons.
"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."