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A gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- width 8.3cm, 3 1/4 in
French prestige marks, 19th century
oval, in 18th century taste, the lid inset with a plaque painted with a mature Venus posing in elaborate dress, Cupid crowning her with a delicate halo of flowers, the sides and base enamelled in translucent green over wavy engine-turning, the borders of enamelled trailing leaves, berries and beads within opaque white lines, the sides divided by pilasters
oval, in 18th century taste, the lid inset with a plaque painted with a mature Venus posing in elaborate dress, Cupid crowning her with a delicate halo of flowers, the sides and base enamelled in translucent green over wavy engine-turning, the borders of enamelled trailing leaves, berries and beads within opaque white lines, the sides divided by pilasters
Condition
Excellent condition. The lid with minor firing flaws; the opalescent enamel beads with minor losses as expected; the hinge slightly loose; minor scratches to base.
"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."