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A four-colour gold, turquoise and enamel snuff box, Charles Collin & Söhne, Hanau, circa 1840
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- A four-colour gold, turquoise and enamel snuff box, Charles Collin & Söhne, Hanau, circa 1840
- turquoise, gold, enamel
- 8.9cm., 3 1/2 in. wide
rectangular, the lid set with an oval Geneva enamel plaque depicting a view of the Lake of Geneva with Mont Blanc, on a coloured gold ground richly chased with scrolling foliage, within large turquoise and turquoise enamel bead borders, the base chased with two friendly lions within elaborate garlands, makers' and CK marks
Provenance
The Property of a Gentleman, Christie's Geneva, 14-15 November 1983, lot 501
Condition
The gold work in excellent crisp condition. Some of the beads have been replaced so there is a variation in colour.
"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."