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A GEORGE III GOLD-MOUNTED BLUE GLASS ETUI, CIRCA 1760 |
Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description
- apparently unmarked
- length 4 1/8 in.
- 10.4 cm
of quiver shape, with applied rococo gold scrollwork enclosing trailing flowers, diamond thumbpiece, the rim of the cover chased with inscription ”la vertu me guide” on formerly enameled ground
Provenance
Lesley and Emma Sheafer Collection, Bequest of Emma A. Sheafer, 1973
Condition
as noted re. loss of enamel under inscription, small chips to edges of glass panels, otherwise 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.