- 99
A gold, enamel and cameo box
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- width 8cm, 3 1/8 in
apparently unmarked apart from post-1847 and post-1893 French control marks, circa 1910-20
oval, the lid inset with a shell cameo, Italian, 19th century, carved with the Triumph of Venus within a conforming gold frame, the ground and sides enamelled in translucent royal blue over wavy diaper engine-turning, the borders chased with acanthus
oval, the lid inset with a shell cameo, Italian, 19th century, carved with the Triumph of Venus within a conforming gold frame, the ground and sides enamelled in translucent royal blue over wavy diaper engine-turning, the borders chased with acanthus
Condition
Apart from the unfortunate crack in the upper portion of the cameo, which has been repaired (see catalogue photo), this object is in excellent condition.
"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."