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A gold and enamel snuff box, possibly Turin, circa 1830
Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A gold and enamel snuff box, possibly Turin, circa 1830
- gold, enamel
- 8.8cm., 3 3/8 in wide
rectangular with rounded corners, the lid, sides and base decorated with a profusion of colourful enamelled taille d'épargne flower sprays and cornucopiae, the lid centred with a medallion similarly decorated within a white enamel frame, the sides and base with engine-turned reserves, Turin control mark (crowned cross of Civil Order of Savoy)
Condition
some minute losses to enamel and a few surface scratches. very pretty.
177.7gr
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."