- 798
A gold and enamel snuff box, probably Hanau, early 19th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- A gold and enamel snuff box, probably Hanau, early 19th century
- gold, enamel
- 9 cm., 3 1/2 in. wide
rounded rectangular form, the lid inset with an oval Geneva enamel plaque painted with Rinaldo and Armida, roughly based on Gerard Hoet's painting circa 1700, within a chased border of vine leaves, the ground of translucent dark blue enamel within borders enamelled in whorls, lid and base with sunray and crossed-S marks, the right rim numbered: 7180/0814
Condition
sides and base panels restored. Lid panel in excellen condition.
"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."