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Two Continental gold snuff boxes, C.M. Weishaupt Sohn, Hanau and French for export, circa 1850
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- the first marked inside base and cover with 14, maker's mark, and city mark; the second marked on flange with export mark and maker's mark LT in lozenge
- gold
- lengths 3 3/8 and 2 7/8 in.
- 8.6 and 7.3 cm
the first of rectangular bombé form, engraved with foliage and flowers, the cover and front applied with flowers and foliate scrolls, interior and base rim in rose gold; the second rectangular with engine-turned ground, the cover chased with scrolling foliage surrounding a cartouche, base chased with a matching border
Condition
the first with small dents to four angles on right side; the second with small dent to right angle of base, cover with small split to back right angle, base with two minor splits to back left angle, the cover with two small dings
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.