Lot 791
  • 791

A RECTANGULAR GOLD, ENAMEL AND IVORY BOITE À MOUCHES, PROBABLY GERMAN, MID TO LATE 19TH CENTURY | A rectangular gold, enamel and ivory boite à mouches, probably German, mid to late 19th century

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • 5.9cm., 2 3/8 in. wide
in 18th century taste, rectangular, double-opening, decorated in translucent blue enamel within fine double gold borders, the interior fitted with two small compartments, their lids of blue enamel, each applied with a small almond-shaped miniature of a putto painted en grisaille on ivory, rubbed prestige marks including 18 and K in script

Condition

Small restoration to the blue enamel on the edge of the lid, small losses to enamel next to the hinges, scratch on the inside of the lid, the gold lining slightly loose, small damage to the enamel on the corners of the lid of the right compartment and traces of restoration around the miniature
"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."