- 14
FOUR SILVER SNUFF BOXES, 18TH/19TH CENTURY
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- silver
- length of largest 3 1/4 in.
- 8.3 cm
comprising a shallow oval with chinoiserie scene, circa 1720; a book-form with Ovid on spine, maker's mark CM below mullet, early 18th century; a spiral shell-form, Matthew Linwood, Birmingham, 1805; a French oval box with enameled still life, mid-19th century.
Condition
the first with losses at rims and lead solder repairs to cover and base, the others good
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.