rare tabatiere en or, email et pierres precieuses pour le marche Ottoman, Geneve, fin du XIXe siecle

de forme ovale, le couvercle serti d'un panier ornés de diamants contenant des fleurs émaillées de plusieurs couleurs, bordé de fleurs en émaux et diamants, le fond en émail opaque couleur lavande, apparemment non poinçonnée

of scalloped oval form, the lid applied with an openwork rose diamond basket of raised multi-coloured enamel flowers within rose diamond and enamel flowerhead borders, opaque lavender enamel ground, apparently unmarked

The base with some scratching; the interior has scratching around the screws which attach the gold lining in the manner often to be seen on later export boxes. There are also some enamel losses on enamel tips on lid which do not detract from the overall effect.
"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.
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