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A Group of Five Victorian Silver and Enamel Vesta Cases Depicting Girls
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
one with a dancer with wand by GH, London, 1879; a girl in a hammock JW, Birmingham, 1887; a diva on the steps of an opera house by H&A, Birmingham, 1887; a girl straddling a tree branch, Birmingham, 1891; last with three schoolgirls with books, Birmingham, 1886. Together with a girl being ogled, Austrian, circa 1890; and a cigarette case with theatrical "poppy girl", George Unite, Birmingham, 1903; 7 pieces
- lengths 3 1/8 in. to 1 5/8 in.
- 8cm, 4cm
Condition
girl on tree with large chip, Austrian example with chips and worn back, otherwise 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.
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.