Lot 7
  • 7

boîte 'à l'ottomane' ovale en or et émail, Genève, vers 1825

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description

  • boîte 'à l'ottomane' ovale en or et émail, Genève, vers 1825
  • painted en grisaille with bouquets and garlands of flowers on a taille d'épargne ground

  • Long. 7,6 cm ; 3 in
peinte en grisaille de bouquets et guirlandes de fleurs sur un fond émaillé en taille d'épargne

Condition

Lid and base in good condition but top rim of side has a scrape at the front and tactful restoration at back and sides. Un;arked as customary with export boxes.
"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."