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A pearl and gold watch snuff box
Estimate
1,800 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- width 10cm, 4in
marks rubbed, probably Geneva, circa 1805, the rim numbered: 7234
of rounded rectangular form, the centre inset with a contemporary watch movement, probably Swiss, the cut-cornered rectangular white dial signed spuriously: Prior London, roman numerals below the visible paste set balance, the ground sides and base diaper engine-turned within raised scroll borders
of rounded rectangular form, the centre inset with a contemporary watch movement, probably Swiss, the cut-cornered rectangular white dial signed spuriously: Prior London, roman numerals below the visible paste set balance, the ground sides and base diaper engine-turned within raised scroll borders
Condition
The box is in very good condition. The watch dial has a star crack with a portion of the white enamel lacking at centre. The hinge has been repaired. The watch is currently not functioning, and we do not guarantee the movement. There is no key.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Although the movement of the watch is Swiss, not English, it was common practice to put a well-known Paris or London name on the dial. J.F. Leschot, partner of Jacquet-Droz wrote 'We have always had the name engraved as if the piece had come from England because the general opinion is that everything which is made in that country is better worked, more refined and more substantial than from anywhere else...' (letter to Louis Georges of Berlin, dated 13 February 1793).