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Lot 192
  • 192

A hardstone scent bottle with silver-gilt mounts, probably German, probably late17th century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • A hardstone scent bottle with silver-gilt mounts, probably German, probably late17th century
  • silver-gilt, hardstone
  • 7.6cm., 3in. high
the gorge de pigeon agate body of pear form, hinged mounts with dog tooth and corded ornament, chained screw cap, town mark a wheel, later French control marks

Condition

Good condition but needs sensitive cleaning of silver-gilt.
"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

The town mark is unidentified but the German towns of Mainz and Osnabrück used a wheel as their silver mark.