Lot 1
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A ST. CLOUD SILVER-GILT-MOUNTED CIRCULAR SNUFFBOX AND COVER CIRCA 1740

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 2 in.
  • 5.1 cm
painted around the exterior of the box and on the interior and exterior of the cover with Chinoiserie vignettes, the silver-gilt hinged mount impressed with the Paris discharge mark for 1738-44.

Condition

Generally good 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

A similarly decorated snuffbox of the same period was sold at Denis Herbette, Doullens, October 1, 2006, lot 76.