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A vari-color gold and moss agate oval snuff box, probably German, circa 1770
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- apparently unmarked
- Gold and agate
- length 3 1/8 in.
- 8cm
entirely set with domed oval panels of moss agate surrounded by chased gold flowers and leaves, engraved key-pattern rim
Literature
This box should be compared with the early works of Johann Christian Neuber incorporating domed moss agates, see A. Kenneth Snowman, Eighteenth Century Gold Boxes of Europe, plate 680 and pp. 324-25
Condition
two small patches at top of rim at front, possibly suggesting removal of a ?later jeweled thumbpiece, one back agate cracked, some surface wear
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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.