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An enameled gold snuff box, maker's mark FJ crowned incuse, Swiss or German, circa 1815
Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked inside cover and base with maker's mark, prestige marks, crossed S's, and sunburst, cover rim stamped 6192
- Gold, enamel
- length 3 1/2 in.
- 9cm
rectangular with cut corners, cover with unusual scene in brown and gilt of classical figures admiring a newborn, on white ground, all surrounded by chased feathers divided by white line borders, further borders of striped black enamel on matted and polished ground, with a leather case
Condition
minor enamel losses to sides, the scene with surface scratches, otherwise good condition
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
See Enamels of the World 700-2000, Khalili collections, essay by Julia Clark, p. 301-303 for a discussion on the identity of the maker and the significance of the stamped numbers.