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A GOLD-MOUNTED HARDSTONE SNUFF BOX AND A GOLD-MOUNTED FOLDING KNIFE, ORLÉANS, 18TH CENTURY | A gold-mounted hardstone snuff box and a gold-mounted folding knife, Orléans, 18th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- 7cm., 2 3/4 in. wide; 22cm., 8 5/8 in. long extended
the box of stepped boat form, carved in mottled agate with quartz inclusions, reeded mounts, unmarked, probably German, mid 18th century; and a two-colour gold and simulated bloodstone folding knife, gold blade, cutler's mark I over IG crowned, squirrel head mark for Orléans 1776-1780
Condition
First in good condition, second with two cracks to composition on handle near blade
"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."