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A George III Gold and Agate Necessaire, circa 1760
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- gold, agate, ivory
- height 2 1/8 in.
- 5.3cm
rectangular, the striated translucent grey agate sides overlaid with gold cagework chased with flowers and scrolls including a cockerel, hound, exotic bird and squirrel, the cover rim inscribed on white enamel ground "DOVE REGNA LA STIMA NON CANGIA AMORE", ruby thumbpiece, fitted with the following gold-mounted items: ivory writing slide, two scent bottles, folding knife, spoon, pencil, tweezers
Condition
good condition
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.