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Boîte en or de deux tons et verre macédoine par Jean-Auguste Lorentz, Paris, 1784
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
the multi-coloured glass panels contained within corded cagework mounts, pressed foil lining, charge and discharge marks of Henri Clavel
- Diam. 5,8 cm
- 2 3/8 in diameter
les panneaux de verre multicolores entourés de montures à cage, la doublure en feuilles pressées, poinçons de charge et décharge d'Henri Clavel
Condition
Small chip on rim of one side panel; firing flaws on sides and base; some denting on interior rim; otherwise very good.
"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."
Catalogue Note
La mode parisienne au XVIIIe siècle était aussi versatile et éphémère qu'elle l'est aujourd'hui voire davantage: presque toutes les boîtes fabriquées avec cette formule de verre datent de 1784 et après.