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A jewelled four-colour gold and enamel snuff box
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- width 9.8cm, 4in
marks rubbed, probably Hanau, circa 1840
of rounded rectangular form, the lid inset with a Geneva enamel plaque, circa 1810-15, painted with an affectionate family of four beside a lake and signed: C&B, blue line and diamond frame, the border chased and applied with trailing flowers and set with larger diamonds, the sides and base with engine turning within scrolly foliate borders
of rounded rectangular form, the lid inset with a Geneva enamel plaque, circa 1810-15, painted with an affectionate family of four beside a lake and signed: C&B, blue line and diamond frame, the border chased and applied with trailing flowers and set with larger diamonds, the sides and base with engine turning within scrolly foliate borders
Condition
Excellent condition, very crisp, and a beautiful box. There are a small number of surface scratches to the enamel plaque, and a shallow chip at the upper edge left of centre; tiny losses to blue enamel border.
"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."