Lot 217
  • 217

Three English Silver "Castle Top" Snuff Boxes, Thomas Shaw, Birmingham (1)/ Nathaniel Mills, Birmingham (2), 1832-42

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked on covers and box interiors
  • lengths 3in. to 3 1/2 in.
  • 7.6cm, 8.9cm
rectangular with floral borders, the covers depicting Westminster Palace, Windsor Castle, and Peterborough, engine-turned bases, gilt interiors

Condition

Westminster with Tessiers provenance, worn at high spots, one ragged end to panel, panel perhaps associated; Windsor good and heavy; Peterborough with slight wear to high spots
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.
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