- 634
A Victorian painted papier-mâché compartmentalized box and a Regency papier-mâché box 19th century
Estimate
300 - 400 USD
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Description
- papier mache
- Windsor box: diameter 3 1/2 in.; St Paul's box: diameter 4 1/4 in.
- 9 cm and 10.5 cm
the first with a lid to each side and decorated with hunting scenes in Windsor Great Park, the second painted with St. Paul's Cathedral, London, the interior with St Paul's in manuscript
Condition
Two lovely examples, Both with wear to painted decoration. The example decorated with Windsor with old marks and scratches and chips. The other good although painted decoration discolored in places.
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
Not illustrated.