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THREE ENGLISH ENAMEL SCENT ARTICLES, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
- Silver, enamel, glass
- length of largest 3 5/8 in.
- 9.2 cm
comprising two scent bottles with bird finials, one with portrait of Maria Gunning, the other with later finial, and a scent bottle case with two portraits. Together with a needle case painted with flowers and gilt sprigs with thimble terminal, circa 1775. 4 pieces.
Condition
scent bottle with portrait with some minor cracks to enamel and gilding retouched along base- not neat; second scent bottle with small chip to enamel below top; scent bottle case with some wear to enamel at edges; needle case with gilding rubbed in spots, minor cracks and one small loss to enamel
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.