Lot 178
  • 178

Boîte à tabac en jaspe sanguin à monture en vermeil, non poinçonnée, Allemagne du Nord, vers 1740

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 EUR
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • Boîte à tabac en jaspe sanguin à monture en vermeil, non poinçonnée, Allemagne du Nord, vers 1740
  • embossed and chased with Alexander and Diogenes, scalework scroll supports headed by scalework panels

  • 13cm, 5in
le couvercle en jaspe sanguin monté, repoussé et ciselé de Alexandre et Diogène, quatre panneaux ornés d'écailles prolongés par quatre pieds volutes recouverts d'écailles



 

Condition

Small old repair in one flute, normal wear, hairline crack in bloodstone, general condition 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."