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A pearl, gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- width 8.5cm, 3 3/8 in
maker's mark partially rubbed but probably R crowned incuse, circa 1790
oval, the lid inset with a plaque painted with a wild boar hunt, split pearl border, the sides and base enamelled in translucent royal blue over engine-turning within paillon and white opaque enamel borders
oval, the lid inset with a plaque painted with a wild boar hunt, split pearl border, the sides and base enamelled in translucent royal blue over engine-turning within paillon and white opaque enamel borders
Condition
Very good unrestored condition, apart from small areas of enamel loss, including two to border at side of lid. The lid plaque is especially well-painted.
"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."