A rare Chelsea gold-mounted sunflower bonbonnière and cover circa 1755

naturalistically modelled as a bright yellow-petalled flowerhead, the mount inscribed in gilding on a white enamel band COMME LE SOLEIL MON AMOUR EST PERPETUEL.

Sotheby's London, February 23, 1988, lot 635
Armin B. Allen, New York

An approximate 2 x 1 inch section of the base has been broken out at the rim in two pieces, and neatly restored back in place; and there are a number of very minor tiny chips (approximately 6 or 7) to the underside of tips of the cover's petals and another very minor small chip to the end of one petal.
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.