拍品 538
  • 538

A GOLD SNUFF BOX, JAN SERRAAS HAYE, AMSTERDAM, 1739, AND A SILVER-MOUNTED COPPER SNUFF BOX, DUTCH OR GERMAN, CIRCA 1720 | A gold snuff box, Jan Serraas Haye, Amsterdam, 1739, and a silver-mounted copper snuff box, Dutch or German, circa 1720

估價
3,500 - 4,500 GBP
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描述

of oval form, the lid later applied with a miniature representing a busy Dutch lake view, under glass, 19th century, the box fully hallmarked, 5.6 cm., 2 1/4 in.; and a silver-mounted copper snuff box, Dutch or German, circa 1720, of cartouche form, the lid with an oval panel cast with a chinoiserie subject, surrounded by exotic birds and plants, the base engraved with elegant figures near a harbour above a blank cartouche, unmarked, 8 cm., 3 1/8 in.

Condition

The miniature with slight crazing throughout, discoloured glue stains and small flecks of colour losses to the top edge; the cartouche-shaped box with slight wear to the base, overall commensurate with age
"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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