Lot 147
  • 147

Tabatière en or et laque rouge, Paris 1766

Estimate
800 - 1,200 EUR
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Description

  • lacquer (tortoiseshell), gold
  • Long. 6.6cm., 2 5/8 in.
rectangulaire à pans coupés, le couvercle serti d'un cartouche ovale, vide, les montures en or repercées et ciselées d'oves et rinceaux feuillagés, lettre date, charge et décharge de J.J Prévost

Condition

the gold mounts to base detached, the ones to lid refixed, some vertical cracks throughout rim of lid, miniature missing.
"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."