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A gold and ivory snuff box
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- diameter 7.7cm, 3in
probably German, sunray and crossed S marks, circa 1800, the rim struck: ?350
circular, the lid inset with a carved ivory relief of The Bronze Horseman, Falconet's monument to Peter the Great, inscribed in Cyrillic, under glass on a black ground, the sides and base engine-turned with finely reeded and corded bands
circular, the lid inset with a carved ivory relief of The Bronze Horseman, Falconet's monument to Peter the Great, inscribed in Cyrillic, under glass on a black ground, the sides and base engine-turned with finely reeded and corded bands
Condition
Generally very good condition. There is an internal fissure in the glass lid at the edge at 6 o'clock. The ivory relief with separations at the horse's ankles, and one spot of discolouration at lower right (visible in catalogue photo).
"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."