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Two silver filigree toothpick cases with hairwork and ivory medallions, probably Birmingham, circa 1790
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Two silver filigree toothpick cases with hairwork and ivory medallions, probably Birmingham, circa 1790
- ivory, silver, gold, wheat
- 8.5cm., 3 3/8 in. and 9.2cm., 3 5/8 in. wide
the first one, navette form, the lid set with a glazed panel containing a wheatsheaf over ivory, mirror in interior of lid, the second, oblong, the lid set with a glazed medallion containing a wheatsheaf on ivory within plaited hair and gold frame, both unmarked
Literature
The first one: Eric Delieb, Silver Boxes, 2002, plate 216.
Condition
1. overall good condition. crack to mirror.
2. rim of lid slightly lifting up, section of inner rim 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."
"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."