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Three small Swiss gold boxes, circa 1770-1820
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- top with prestige marks, middle dated 1782, bottom with maker's mark and French control
- lengths approx 1 1/4 in.
- 3.2cm
comprising an oval box enameled with a woman lamenting the death of a bird, the base with an altar of love, the sides with bouquets, translucent green ground; the second a vinaigrette, engine-turned and mounted with a reverse crystal intaglio of a horse and jockey, in leather case; the last a vinaigrette in the form of a foot stool, enameled with a seated spaniel on a blue ground, enamel sides and base and set with a band of pearls, also with fitted box
Condition
first: top panel with a little lead at rim; second: good but with second inscription inside; third: chips
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.