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Two gold Etuis, Paris, circa 1785, English, circa 1760
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- French etui with maker's mark ?B and date letter circa 1785; English etui unmarked
- Gold, Agate, Rubies, Diamonds
- lengths 5in., 4in.
- 12.7cm, 10cm
French etui in vari-color gold, engine-turned and chased with swags of husks and flowers; English etui of grey agate mounted en cage with openwork rococo ornament and set with rubies and diamonds
Condition
French etui good condition, second with cracks partly concealed by a band of gold work probably added from another piece
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.