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Lot 52
  • 52

Couvert de voyage en vermeil dans un écrin, probablement Paris 1697-1704

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description

  • Couvert de voyage en vermeil dans un écrin, probablement Paris 1697-1704
  • Long. de l'écrin 21 cm, 8 1/4 in.
comprenant une fourchette et une cuillère en vermeil, modèle uniplat sans épaulement, et un couteau à manche en vermeil et lame en acier, les spatules et le manche du couteau gravés d'armoiries timbrées d'un heaume, dans un écrin en maroquin fauve estampé d'un semis de fleurs de lys dorées (étiquette PJB 88)

Condition

In overall good condition. Steel blade partly worn, with stains. nice colour, gilding slightly worn on handle. Discharge mark legible, jurande and charge partly legible on fork and spoon. Knife only struck with maker's mark, partly legible (L?).
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Aux armes de la famille Estourneau de Tersannes (Limousin, Bretagne, Poitou).