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A LOUIS XVI ENAMELLED GOLD SNUFF BOX, Paris, 1776-77
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- maker's mark illegible, charge and discharge of Jean-Baptiste Fouache, the flange stamped with inventory number 32, the miniature possibly later
- GOLD AND ENAMEL
- length 3 3/8in.
- 86mm.
with peacock-feather pattern on cobalt ground within green leaf-tip borders, the cover with a miniature of a maiden at the altar of Love
Provenance
Christie's, London, 21 June 1999, lot 194
Condition
as noted re: miniature, otherwise good
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.
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.