- 1375
Two Chelsea gold-mounted scent bottles and stoppers circa 1755
Estimate
1,800 - 2,600 USD
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Description
- height of peach 2 3/4 in.
- 7 cm
the first modelled as peach and the second as a tulip bud, each with a stem-form stopper.
Provenance
The peach-form bottle: The Collection of Mrs. Meyer Sassoon
Property of Mrs. Derek Fitzgerald, Sotheby's London, October 12, 1965, lot 27
Property of Mrs. Derek Fitzgerald, Sotheby's London, October 12, 1965, lot 27
Condition
The twig-form stopper of the tulip bottle is associated. The tips pf both leaves of the twig stopper of the peach bottle are chipped. Otherwise, in generally 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
A similar peach-form scent bottle, with an associated gilt metal stopper, Property of D. M. & P. Manheim Antiques was sold in these rooms, October 15, 1996, lot 144.