Lot 56
  • 56

A Collection of enamel and porcelain boxes with metal mounts, 18th century, 19th century and later

Estimate
500 - 800 GBP
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Description

  • A Collection of enamel and porcelain boxes with metal mounts, 18th century, 19th century and later
  • A Collection of enamel and porcelain boxes with metal mounts, various dates
  • porcelain, enamel, gilt metal
comprising a Chantilly snuff box, with gilt-metal mounts, 18th century, cartouche form, painted with Kakiemon pattern, 7cm., 2 3/4 in.; an orange linen-ground enamel snuff box, South Staffordshire, circa 1800, 6cm., 2 3/8 in., and two enamel trifle patch boxes, South Staffordshire, circa 1800, 4.8cm., 1 7/8 in., 5.2cm., 2in., and nine other enamel and porcelain snuff boxes, 19th century and later (13)

Condition

Chantilly box cracked, the orange snuff box with chips, one triffle with cracks to base, the rest is overall good condition but would recommend viewing.
"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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