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ENGLAND, 18TH CENTURY | Patch Box
估價
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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描述
- Patch Box
- gold, agate, white enamel
- wide: 4.1cm., 1 5/8 in.
- Made circa 1760.
the white enamel band along the rim on the lid inscribed 'RIEN D'AGREABLE LOIN DE VOUS', the inside of the lid applied with a circular mirror framed in gold
來源
Wartski, London
Condition
Overall very good condition, minor surface wear and the mirror partly blind.
"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."
拍品資料及來源
‘The climax of facial adornment was, however, reached in the reign of Charles I, when patches made their first appearance and were immediately popular. In shapes – circles, squares, triangles, and lozenges were quickly augmented by the Maltese cross, crowns, rings, stars and the moon in its various phases . . . Such prodigality of size and distribution must have necessitated infinite repose of expression, for facial contortions would dislodge these adjuncts to beauty; indeed, it was to prepare for such a catastrophe that the patch-box was carried – to have ready a further supply.’ (The New York Times, 3 December 1911). The fashion for beauty patches, worn to draw attention to the eyes, the lips or whichever part of the face the lady (or gentleman) wanted to emphasise, lasted well into the late 18th century, mainly in England and France. Made of different materials, such as moleskin or velvet, they were also used to cover skin irregularities and smallpox scars, as well as for conveying certain messages. They were typically kept in extravagant gold, hardstone or porcelain boxes, their interiors fitted with mirrors, similar to the agate example in the present lot.