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Two commemorative metal boxes 19th century
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- paper, metal
- largest 4.5cm. diameter; 1¾in.
one containing colour prints of the Battles of the British Army in Portugal, Spain and France, published in 1815 by Edward Orme, London, the box carved with the portrait of The Duke of Wellingtion by Forte and with a winged figure on the reverse; the other one, smaller, with a portrait of Wellington and a laudetary inscription on the reverse, containing the dates of Wellington's key battles on paper coins; together with a metal canister containing twelve gilt tokens recording British Victories over Napoleon, the lid with the profile of Wellington
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Condition
Overall in good condition and complete. The colour prints published by Edward Ormeto now separated from each other.
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"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."