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Two gold-mounted scallop shell boxes, Marguerite Stix, NY, circa 1970
Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description
- enamel, gold, other, porcelain, silver
- length of largest 3 3/4 in.
- 9.5 cm
in two sizes, the mounts marked Stix, one marked 14k. Together with a silver book-form snuff box, both sides inset with porcelain plaques painted with ships and port scenes, 19th century, and a vesta case enameled with beagles by Sampson Mordan & Co., London, 1896. 4 pieces.
Condition
shell boxes and vesta case all in good condition; the book form box with glaze cracks on plaques, interior panel inside cover not flush
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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.