Lot 39
  • 39

boîte rectangulaire en nacre à montures en or

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 EUR
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Description

  • boîte rectangulaire en nacre à montures en or
  • the modern cagework mounts engraved with ribbon-tied laurel, the 18th century mother of pearl panels carved with animals and fruit within scrolling cartouches
  • Long. 7,8 cm ; 3 in
monture à cage en or moderne gravée de lauriers enrubannés, les panneaux de nacre du XVIIIe siècle ciselés d'animaux et fruits dans des cartouches de rinceaux



 

Condition

Excellent condition and amusing panels apart from one almost invisibe chipped corner of base.
"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."