拍品 3864
  • 3864

Jean-George Remond & Co.

估價
300,000 - 400,000 HKD
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描述

  • A YELLOW GOLD AND ENAMEL MUSICAL SATCHEL FORM BOX MADE FOR THE CHINESE MARKETCIRCA 1815
  • length 66 mm
• the box of satchel-form, with hinged lid painted with a bouquet of flowers against a turquoise opaque enamel framed by chased gold flowers simulating the satchel flap and clasp, the surround painted with translucent green enamel over wavy engine-turned ground, the borders chased with flowers of blue, gold, and white enamel on turquoise ground, the reverse with similar translucent green enamel decoration and border enamel decoration and fitted with  winding hole, the interior fitted with sur plateau music, music released by lever fitted at the left, and wound by means of a male key • hinged lid interior stamped with an entwined PC, R. within a roundel, and G for Geneva gold mark

Condition

Accompanied by an associated key, some small areas of enamel restoration to green on the top cover one at the lower right and the other above the hinge upper right, the borders back and front with minor losses to turquoise enamel, the green enamel on back with expected surface scratches, music running and with good tonality, a lovely box overall.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. 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. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.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."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."