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Two circular pollard wood snuff boxes, French, late 18th/early 19th century
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Ivory, Toirtoiseshell and Pollard wood
- Diameter 8.5cm, 3 3/8 in and 10cm, 4in.
the first inset with a miniature of Venus and Adonis with attendant Cupid, tortoiseshell-lined; the second with a later miniature entitled 'Le Curieux', and signed Noirmont, after Pierre-Antoine Baudouin, tortoiseshell lining and rim
Condition
Condition of first: some wear on sides and chips to edge of tortoiseshell lining
Second: split on side of lid and cracks in tortoiseshell lining
"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."