- 1284
A GOLD, ENAMEL, AND DIAMOND-SET OVAL SNUFF BOX WITH EARLIER MOTIF, PROBABLY ITALIAN, 20TH CENTURY |
估價
20,000 - 30,000 USD
招標截止
描述
- the hinge struck with French export mark, otherwise unmarked, the top mid-19th century
- gold, enamel, diamonds
- length 3 3/8 in.
- 8.6 cm
the cover mounted with an earlier Turkish market multi-tier openwork flowerhead of old mine and rose diamonds set in silver and gold, centered by a large old mine diamond, the base with richly mottled agate panel, the sides enameled to match and spaced with gold ovals of engraved musical trophies
Condition
Large enamel chip on back near hinge
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.