- 796
A gold and enamel snuff box, attributed to Bautte & Moynier, Geneva, circa 1825-1835
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A gold and enamel snuff box, attributed to Bautte & Moynier, Geneva, circa 1825-1835
- gold, enamel
- 8.8cm., 3 1/2 in. wide
hexagonal section with rounded ends, decorated with polychrome cloisonné enamel arabesques on a matted ground, unmarked
Condition
good condition apart from minor losses to enamel at each end.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Even though unmarked, this snuff box is typical of the production of Bautte & Moynier at this date. A signed and marked example was sold Sotheby's Paris, 29 April 2009, lot 4 and another, Christie's London, 16 November 2010, lot 431.