Lot 127
  • 127

A French travelling necessaire, Charles-Auguste Peret, Paris, circa 1840-1850

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • ivory, ebony, silver, glass, brass
  • case: 36x36cm., 14 1/8 in. x 14 1/8 in.
each engraved with initials 'LG' below a French Duke coronet, comprising: three rectangular cut-glass toilet boxes with silver lids in sizes, one circular, two silver rectangular toilet boxes in sizes, two cut-glass toilet jars with silver lids, fourteen various ivory and steel toilet, dressing and writing tools including a desk seal and a thimble, four leather boxes and a wallet, a pair of curling tongs, in a brass-mounted and ebony case, also with initials LG below a French Duke coronet

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Condition

some tools missing, overall good condition, one dent to case lid.
"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.
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