Lot 590
  • 590

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.
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