Lot 16
  • 16

Boîte en cristal de roche montée en or dans le style du XVIIIe siècle, poinçon de maître SR, une rose dans un ovale, probablement Allemagne, fin du XIXe siècle

Estimate
7,500 - 9,000 EUR
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Description

  • the lid carved and overlaid in gold with the Toilet of  Venus, the sides with aquatic putti within classical architecture, scrolly cagework mounts, diamond thumbpiece, contemporary French import mark
  • Long. 10 cm
  • 3 7/8 in wide
le couvercle ciselé de la toilette de Vénus et encadré d'une bordure en or, la bâte ornée d'amours marins encadrés d'ornements d'architecture classique, la monture à cage ornée de motifs rocailles, le fermoir en diamants, poinçons d'importation d'époque

Condition

Excellent condition.
"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

Pour un modèle de boîte similaire en jaspe sanguin et ciselée d'Adonis quittant Vénus, au poinçon de maître identique, voir Sotheby's Monaco, 9 décembre 1990, lot 1266.

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