Lot 33
  • 33

tabatière en or, vers 1820

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description

  • tabatière en or, vers 1820
  • gold, enamel
  • 9, 9,2 & 9,7 cm ; 3 1/2, 3 5/8 & 3 7/8 in
ornée de guirlandes, numérotée : 5477, non poinçonnée; une tabatière en or guilloché, les bordures en émail par J.F. Viennot; et un étui à aiguilles en or de deux tons par J.B Lizon, toutes deux Paris, 1798-1809



of cut-cornered rectangular form,  decorated with trophy and garland ornament on engine-turning, rim numbered: 5477, otherwise unmarked; a cut-cornered rectangular engine-turned gold snuff box with white enamel leafy borders, J.F. Viennot; and a two-colour gold needle case, J.B. Lizon, both Paris, 1798-1809

Condition

Both first and second have light scratches on engine-turning; the third has time wear and some denting to panels.
"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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