Lot 86
  • 86

Tabatière en malachite avec micromosaique et montures en or, Rome, seconde moitié du XIXe siècle

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 EUR
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Description

  • Tabatière en malachite avec micromosaique et montures en or, Rome, seconde moitié du XIXe siècle
  • firmato Mansion 1815
  • micromosaico
  • Long. 8.7cm., 3 1/2 in.
rectangulaire, la micromosaique représentant des paysans italiens, dans un cadre ciselé d'or, les montures ciselées de feuilles d'acanthe, l'appui-pouce d'une abeille, poinçons de contrôle supprimés

Condition

good condition overall apart from minor wear to edges and very smart
"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

Les scènes de la vie populaire italiennes connurent un grand succès dans les années 1820-1830, parfois uniques, comme ici, parfois inspirées des gravures de Bartolomeo Pinelli (1781-1835).