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A MULTICOLOURED GOLD BOÎTE À MINIATURES, PROBABLY GERMAN, MID 19TH CENTURY | A multicoloured gold boîte à miniatures, probably German, mid 19th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 6.5 cm., 2 1/2 in. wide, with modern fitted suede case
oval, in 18th century taste, the broad coloured gold cagework mounts chased with clusters and garlands of flowers on sablé or diagonally striped grounds, enclosing miniatures painted in blue monochrome with lively putti enjoying the fruits of the vineyard, lid and base with traces of French prestige marks
Condition
good condition; base would benefit from light cleaning
"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."