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A LOUIS XV STYLE VARI-COLOR GOLD, ENAMEL, MOTHER-OF-PEARL AND DIAMOND SET SNUFF BOX
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
the interior with traces of French prestige marks
- GOLD, ENAMEL, DIAMOND, MOTHER-OF-PEARL
- length 3 1/4 in.
- 8.3cm
mounted en cage with carved mother-of-pearl panels and diamond-set French mottos, the cover with enameled cartouches of Cupid at an altar
Provenance
Sotheby's, New York, 5 December 1997, lot 64
Condition
some dings to interior, could use cleaning, otherwise good
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.