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A gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- width 8.8cm, 3 1/2 in
maker's mark FJ incuse with French prestige marks, circa 1810, the rim numbered: 5589
rectangular with cut corners, the lid painted en plein, the dove-drawn chariot of Venus surrounded by attendants, against a white lace enamel band within stripes of blue enamel and stylised matted laurel
rectangular with cut corners, the lid painted en plein, the dove-drawn chariot of Venus surrounded by attendants, against a white lace enamel band within stripes of blue enamel and stylised matted laurel
Condition
There has been successful restoration to the blue enamel borders at the angles. Some scratching to lid panel, otherwise fine.
"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."