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A German gold and enamel snuff box, probably Hanau, circa 1800
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked inside base and cover with 18K incuse and indistinct flowerhead, the rim of the cover with shell mark
- gold, enamel
- length 3 5/8 in.
- 9.3 cm
rectangular with cut corners, the cover mounted probably later with an enamel scene of putti crowning with laurel a lion, flanked by champlevé vases on blue ground and with stars on green ground at the angles, the base with checkered turquoise enamel, matching sides
Condition
Small chips in enamel scene at top corners, otherwise good, unusual color combination
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.