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Lot 68
  • 68

tabatiere en or et email, Allemagne, vers 1810

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description

  • tabatiere en or et email, Allemagne, vers 1810
  • gold enamel
  • Long. 8,5 cm ; 3 3/8 in
rectangulaire à pans coupés, le couvercle peint en plein de la vue romantique d'une rivière, les montures bordées d'or et émaux, la bâte et le dessous gravés de flèches, poinçon de maître FJ dans un entourage de rayons de soleil, le bord numéroté 6605

rectangular with cut corners, the lid later painted en plein with a romantic castle overlooking a busy river, within gold and enamel borders, the sides and base engraved with arrow fletching within similar borders, maker's mark FJ incuse with sunray marks, the right rim numbered 6605

Provenance

The Property of a Gentleman, Christie's Genève, 15 mai 1990, lot 72

Condition

Some light scratches on lid central panel which is very well painted.
"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."