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A gold and enamel double-opening boîte à mouches, in Paris taste
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A gold and enamel double-opening boîte à mouches, in Paris taste
- gold, enamel
- 5.5cm., 2 1/8 in. wide
rectangular, the lid and base decorated in carmine and opalescent enamel with oval lake views, the spandrels and sides with leafy trees and branches, the borders chased and enamelled with interlaced garlands and beads, one lid opening to reveal three compartments, two with similarly-decorated lids, the other revealing a mirror, Paris prestige marks on base interior, maker's mark [?]L, charge and discharge marks of Henri Clavel and date letter for 1785
Condition
Hard restoration to front enamel panel. Mirrror worn behind. A pretty small box.
"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."
"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."