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A pearl-set gold and enamel vinaigrette, Swiss or German, circa 1810
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked inside 18K, maker’s mark in lozenge ?G, the rim with French control marks for 1809-19 and later
- gold, enamel, pearl
- length 1 3/8 in.
- 3.4 cm
rectangular, the cover painted with a seated cupid on a rock with inscription "Gare a Vous”, within pearl border, the grille pierced with a music trophy, sides and base engine-turned with champlevé black enamel borders
Condition
Small chip to scene at top left corner, and some restoration, slight unevenness to pearl border, small reinforcing patch inside cover at left corner, possible that engine-turned panels were originally enameled
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.