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A gold and enamel snuff box, Carl Ernst, St Petersburg, circa 1840
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- width: 8.3cm, 3 1/2 in.
oval, the surface with cobalt blue and black enamel over an engine-turned patterned ground within classical taille d'épargne borders, the sides divided by urns, 72 standard
Condition
Generally good condition and very attractive. The enamel panel at the back has been lacquered, presumably over restoration. The hinge has been repaired, with replaced hinge pin.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Bäcksbacka records a gold and blue enamel box by this maker in the collection of a Mrs Eva Bang (see St. Petersburgs Juvelerare, Guld- Och Silversmeder: 1714-1870, 1951, p. 400).