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A Dutch filigree and parcel-gilt silver tobacco box, Isacq Samuel Busard, The Hague, 1741
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- silver
- 13.3cm., 5 1/4 in. wide
square with canted corners and panelled sides, applied all-over with ornate silver-gilt filigree ornament, the bun finial with central applied filigree flowerhead
Condition
Filigree appears to be in good order. Marks clear. Cover part marked. Some wear to flutes but good gauge and 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Isaac Samuel Busard, of French Huguenot origin, was born in 1706 and became a master of the Hague silversmiths' guild in 1731. J.W.Frederiks described his work as 'unsurpassed. [Busard was] endowed with a fine taste for ornament.' J.W.Fredericks, Dutch Silver, vol. 2, The Hague, 1958, p. 173.