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A German gold, enamel, and agate cameo snuff box, probably Hanau, circa 1790
Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked inside base and cover with prestige marks, T crowned, script F crowned and crossed foliage spray, the flange of body with stamped numbers ?370 filled with white enamel
- gold, enamel, hardstone
- length 3 1/4 in.
- 8.3 cm
oval, the cover mounted with a sardonyx cameo of a classical female bust in profile, the surfaces with translucent purple enamel over engine-turning, borders of opalescent beads and red and green foliage, the interior of cover with later inscription
Condition
Losses to edges of enamel panels at back, sides and base, panels may have been re-enameled, otherwise good
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.
Catalogue Note
The inscription reads “This Box was the gift of Count Woronzow to Sir Walter Farquhar Bart.” The inscription, written in the mid 19th century, probably refers to Count Semyon Woronzow (1744-1832), Russian ambassador to the U.K. 1796-1806. The street in St. John’s Wood where he lived is named after him. Sir Walter Farquhar (1738-1819) was Physician to the Prince of Wales and created a baronet in 1796.