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Nine Staffordshire Enamel "Trifle" Boxes, circa 1780-1800
Estimate
1,800 - 2,200 USD
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Description
- lengths approximately 1 3/4 in.
- 4.4 cm
printed with architectural views of Prior Park Bath, the Abbey Church Bath, the Iron Bridge Coalbrookdale, Bridgwater (sold at Thompson & Co. on the Corn Hill), St. Ann's Well Buxton, Buxton Crescent (two), the Prince's Pavilion Brighton, and Brazennose College Oxford.
Provenance
All but two: D.M. & P. Manheim, New York
Condition
Bridgwater with cracked mirror, Oxford with many cracks and repairs, others with minor hair cracks and small chips, otherwise good
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.