拍品 466
  • 466

A GOLD AND ENAMEL SNUFF BOX, PAINTED BY JEAN-LOUIS RICHTER, RÉMOND, LAMY & CO., GENEVA, 1801-1804 | A gold and enamel snuff box, painted by Jean-Louis Richter, Rémond, Lamy & Co., Geneva, 1801-1804

估價
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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描述

  • 9.6cm., 3 3/4 in. wide
rectangular with cut corners, the lid enamelled en plein with a scene of young shepherds, a shepherdess and a dog by cows in the lakeside, signed: Richter, within blue enamel frame and split pearl border, the sides with elaborate taille d'épargne urns and borders, framing panels of translucent blue enamel over striped and lozenge engine-turning, maker's mark

Condition

overall excellent condition; very few almost imperceptable chips to the enamel and traces of restoratioon on fine blue rim around the miniature only
"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.
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