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coffret de mariage en écaille et argent, premier quart du XVIIIe siècle
Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- coffret de mariage en écaille et argent, premier quart du XVIIIe siècle
shaped rectangular form, decorated in silver piqué point with butterflies and birds flanking conjoined hearts within leafy scrolls, applied openwork silver mounts, hinges and keyplate
- Long. 30 cm ; 12 in
forme rectangulaire mouvementée, décor en piqué point d'argent de papillons et d'oiseaux, au centre deux coeurs accolés entourés de rinceaux feuillagés, montures, charnières et rouet de serrure en argent ajourés
Condition
Small portions of applied silver openwork on front corners of lid lacking. A few cracks to tortoiseshell and side corner panels and left back lid section replaced with plain tortoiseshell but otherwise piqué in very good condition . Later lined with red moiré silk.
"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."