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An opal matrix and gold cagework snuff box, Augustin-André Héguin, Paris, 1798-1809
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- An opal matrix and gold cagework snuff box, Augustin-André Héguin, Paris, 1798-1809
- gold, opal
- 8.5cm., 3 3/8 in. wide
rectangular with cut corners, each panel of opal matrix, under glass, the gold cagework mounts chased with anthemion, maker's mark, Paris 3e titre and grosse garantie, and other Revolutionary and later French control marks
Condition
Overall good condition, clear marks, one crack to glass panel at back, cracks inherent to the stone can be seen
"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
Augustin-André Héguin entered his mark in 1785, sponsored by one of the most celebrated Parisian goldsmiths: Jean-Joseph Barrière. He stayed in the Place Dauphine until 1789, then moved during the turmoils of the French Revolution and entered his new mark located in the rue de la Monnaie for ‘le gros et le petit bijou’ in 1804. His snuff boxes are recorded in private and public collections, such as the Louvre (a jewelled gold-mounted tortoiseshell portrait box, OA 2243), and in the Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh ( a gold snuff box with earlier portrait of Louis XIV by Jean Petitot, A.1943.154).