- 1285
A SMALL GOLD AND AMETHYST QUARTZ SNUFF BOX, PROBABLY GERMAN, MID 19TH CENTURY |
估價
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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描述
- apparently unmarked
- gold, hardstone
- length 2 1/4 in.
- 5.7 cm
of cartouche shape with bombé sides, carved of amethyst quartz, the cover with a gold winged putto playing a flute surrounded by musical instruments and seated on a fringed platform, the sides decorated in Régence style with masks and urns of fruit within strapwork below a baldachin border, stone with cracks
Condition
several vertical cracks in side and large spreading crack in base, one tassel incomplete on side
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.