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A Louis XVI gold and enamel snuff box, Charles-Alexandre Bouillerot, retailed by Charles-Raymond Granchez "Au Petit Dunkerque", Paris, 1778
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- fully marked, the rim engraved "Au Petit Dunkerque".
- Gold
- length 2 5/8 in.
- 6.7 cm
Condition
two side enamel panels damaged, and some loss of green enamel to small running leaves, top and base good
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.
Catalogue Note
For a discussion of the marchand-mercier Granchez and his fashionable shop in late 18th century Paris, see Carolyn Sargentson, Merchants and Luxury Markets, pp. 119-27.