- 717
A four-colour gold and enamel snuff box, maker’s mark GT, German, circa 1820
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- A four-colour gold and enamel snuff box, maker’s mark GT, German, circa 1820
- gold, enamel
- 9cm., 3 1/2 in. wide
rectangular with cut corners, inset with a finely-painted enamel plaque, in the manner of Jean-Louis Richter, with a young herdsman returning, an pink-tinged opalescent sunset behind, the borders chased with flowers and vines on a matted ground, shaped sides, engine-turned base, maker's mark GT incuse and a sunray, the rim numbered: 3012
Condition
overall good condition apart from replacement pins to lid rim and dented liner. 132.4gr.
"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."