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A Louis XV silver-mounted Vernis Martin scent compendium, Paris, 1756-62
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- silver, other
- height 2 5/8 in.
- 6.7 cm
the domed case painted with dogs and foliage on striped ground, fitted with two cut-glass bottles with silver tops and a silver funnel, all struck with shell discharge, also on rim.
Condition
case with cracks, a chip to cover and some minor chipping around silver mounts, the cover slightly loose, otherwise good condition
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.
Catalogue Note
Three similar "flaconniers-nécessaires" were shown in the recent exhibition, Les Secrets de la Laque Française: Le Vernis Martin, Musée des Arts Décoratifs, 2014, nos. 109-111, pp. 164-65.