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A gold and enamel snuff box, maker's mark FJ incuse , Hanau, circa 1805
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- A gold and enamel snuff box, maker's mark FJ incuse , Hanau, circa 1805
- gold, enamel
- 10.2cm., 4 in. wide
rectangular with cut corners, the lid with an enamel medallion depicting a lady seated by a river bank unveiling her beauty to a suitor, writing the name P. L. La. [?] in the sand, the ground, sides and base with blue and black enamels stripes alternating with white enamel sprigs, a star at each corner, French prestige marks including maker's mark FJ incuse, the rim numbered: 3852
Condition
enamel panel on lid restored, otherwise 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. 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."