Lot 12
  • 12

tabatière "à l'ottomane" en or, Paris, 1809-1819

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description

  • tabatière "à l'ottomane" en or, Paris, 1809-1819
  • Long. 8,5 cm ; 3 3/8 in, 231 g.
rectangulaire, à bords chantournés, le couvercle gravé de fleurs, la base d'un trophée guerrier de style ottoman, dans un entourage de guirlandes feuillagées sur fond sablé, recense de Paris et  3e garantie pour 1809-1819, la bordure de droite numérotée : 178



of wavy rectangular outline, the lid chased with a profusion of flowers, the base with a Turkish martial trophy, the interior of the lid with an urn of fruit, all within leafy garlands on a sablé ground, struck only with Paris recense and 3e garantie for 1809-1819, the right rim numbered: 178

Condition

Excellent condition: crisp, heavy and unusual.
"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.
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