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A German Silver Canteen and Silvered Metal Perpetual Calendar Snuff Box, circa 1660/ circa 1740
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- LENGTH OF CASE AND BOX 4in. (10.2cm) 3 1/4 in. (8.3cm)
the first comprising: spoon fork and knife with detachable octagonal handles, with compartments for a spice box, three dice, cotton reel and ?pencil and aide memoire with covers each engraved with a stemmed flower, also a toothpick possibly associated, marked on spoon back only with maker's mark probably for Mang Hopfer of Augsburg, in gilt tooled conforming leather case; the oval Snuff Box, wasted sides, the cover with revolving calendars for days of the week, days of the month, feast days and fast days, with signs of the Zodiac, surrounded by engraved foliage under glass, unmarked
Condition
good 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.