Six circular boxes, 18th / early 19th century

comprising: one with cover mounted under glass with miniature of children playing in a Louis XV interior, the sides with two-color gold stripes on lacquer ground; another with vernis martin lacquer stripes and gilt-metal mounts; the third mounted in gold, the cover with foil-backed amethyst glass centered by a mother-of-pearl bow knot, Paris, c. 1800; the fourth mounted with vitreous paste cameo bust of Napoleon on green cloth ground; another of burr wood with bronzed medallion of Napoleon as emperor; the last with embossed gilt bust of Charles X, signed Morel fecit, circa 1825; 6 pieces

the first with several losses to gold stripes; second with craquelure; third with damaged interior seam; the fourth and last with glued inner rims
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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