Lot 248
  • 248

'The Chase'. Four snuff boxes in different materials, 18th/19th century

Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • 'The Chase'. Four snuff boxes in different materials, 18th/19th century
  • enamel, mother of pearl, papier mache, silver-gilt
  • 7-9 cm., 2 3/4 - 3 1/2 in. wide
rectangular decorated with stag hunts, the first enamel on copper, gilt-metal mounts, German, late 18th century; another, painted papier maché, German, early 19th century; the third, parcel-gilt silver with bright-cut ornament, inset with an earlier mother of pearl panel carved with Diana and Actaeon, circa 1800; and another, faience, French, late 19th century in earlier taste

Condition

1 - some restoration 2. excellent 3. slight wear to carved panel otherwise just needs cleaning 4. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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