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A Swiss Gold, Enamel & Diamond-set Oval Snuff Box for the Turkish Market, maker's mark LG flower above, circa 1810-20
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- marked inside base
- Gold, Enamel & Diamond
- length 3 3/8 in.
- 8.5cm
the top profusely set with diamonds in the form of a floral spray surrounded by scrolled border, the base with view of ships in a harbor, the sides with four vignettes of lake views, all on a pink ground with champlevé blue, white and red florettes, waved bezel, the interior of the cover lightly enameled with a design repeating that of the cover
Condition
chip to base scene at 8:00, another at edge of one side vignette; inside cover with tiny split in center, ding at 6:00.
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.