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A Louis XVI two-color gold and aventurine boîte à mouches et à rouge, probably Claude-Pierre Pottier, Paris, 1785-90
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- maker's mark P- with cross between probably for Claude-Pierre Pottier
- Gold and glass paste
- length 2 9/16 in.
- 6.6cm
the oval box mounted with panels of blue aventurine between chased borders of running leaves on matted ground, the interior with two lidded compartments decorated to match, the inside cover with a mirror
Condition
plain gold base panel, ?a replacement?; small gold hole fill in flange, possibly where discharge went through, 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.