- 808
Five Staffordshire enamel military and naval theme snuff boxes, late 18th-early 19th century
Estimate
1,200 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- height of drum 1 3/4 in.
- 4.4 cm
one of drum form, two with Nelson, and one with Admiral Duncan's victory.
Provenance
Admiral Duncan box: James Robinson Inc., New York
Yellow box: D.M. & P. Mannheim, New York
Yellow box: D.M. & P. Mannheim, New York
Condition
top and bottom repainted on drum; Nelson portrait ok but yellowed, Trafalger box with cracked mirror, Duncan with chipped mirror, yellow box with hair cracks and minor chips, otherwise good
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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.
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.