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tabatière en écaille et or, ornée d'une micromosaïque, Rome, début du XIXe siècle
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- tabatière en écaille et or, ornée d'une micromosaïque, Rome, début du XIXe siècle
- Long. 7 cm ; 2 3/4 in
rectangulaire, le couvercle orné d'une plaque en micromosaïque romaine d'un tigre, la doublure du couvercle en nacre, monture et charnières en or, non poinçonnée
rectangular, the lid inset with a fine Roman micromosaic plaque of a replete, resting tiger, lid lined with mother of pearl, gold hinges and mounts, unmarked
rectangular, the lid inset with a fine Roman micromosaic plaque of a replete, resting tiger, lid lined with mother of pearl, gold hinges and mounts, unmarked
Condition
Appealling plaque in excellent condition; box has been repaired tactfully in several places.
"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."