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Boîte en or de quatre tons sertie d'un camée en pierre dure: la tête de Bacchus, probablement Hanau, vers 1840
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- reeded ground, the interior with later inscription, rubbed marks possibly GW with a cartwheel, the left rim numbered: 2865
- Long. 9 cm
- 3 1/2 in wide
le fond décoré de côtes, l'intérieur portant une inscription tardive, poinçon peu lisible, peut-être GW dans une roue, la bordure de gauche numérotée: 2865
Provenance
Le texte gravé est: Presented by William Thomas Luxmoore Esq[ui]re. / as a small token of / esteem and regard. July 1858 / to his friend John Danby Christopher Esq[ui]re.
Condition
Generally good order; pinpoint dent on left side and very slight scratching to base. Cameo has haircrack on head across top bunch of grapes to right of frame.
"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."