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A CHARLES I OR II SILVER OVAL ROYALIST TOBACCO BOX, PROBABLY LONDON, CIRCA 1640-70 |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Length 3 1/8 in.
- 8.3 cm.
the slip-on cover centered by a cameo profile bust of Charles I in armor, surrounded by an inscription and a border pierced and engraved with flowers enclosing oval reserves bearing the emblems of France and Ireland and England impaling Scotland, the latter in crowned shield with the Royal supporters; at the top two winged angels holding a crown below a sunburst engraved "Video," all within a bead and reel rim
Condition
Condition 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.