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Couteau de chirurgien et deux couteaux à fruit en nacre et montures en or, France, vers 1780-1783
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 EUR
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Description
- steel, mother of pearl, gold
- Long. 11,8 cm ; 4½ in et 19,5 cm ; 7 5/8 in
le couteau de chirurgien contenant trois lames différentes rétractables en acier, poinçon français tardif d'importation, l'un des couteaux à fruit avec lame en or, Paris, 1783, charge et décharge de Henry Clavel & Jean-François Kalendrin, et poinçon de coutellier (seau)
Condition
The lancet-holder is in excellent condition as is the gold-bladed knife. The steel-bladed knife has some rust spots on blade also its gold tip has been crushed. Both knives have variations in the colour of the mother of pearl.
"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."