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A George III gold, enamel and shagreen writing necessaire, circa 1770
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- apparently unmarked
- Gold, enamel
- length 4 1/4 in.
- 10.8cm
of rectangular shape, raised on four silver-gilt scroll feet, the shagreen body overlaid with gold rococo scrolls and foliage, the hinged cover mounted with a domed enamel plaque depicting three figures in a pastoral setting in the manner of Lancret, the interior mirrored, fitted with two green glass bottles, the slip-on gold stoppers with enameled bird finials, also fitted with pen nibs and various other implements
Condition
memoire with the last panel broken, losses to enamel on bird finials, shagreen lifting up around the hinges, a few screws missing on gold mounts, wear to fabric interior
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.