Boîte à thé en nacre, émail et laiton la boîte, XIXe siècle avec éléments du XVIIIe siècle

le coffret constitué de plaques de nacre cernées de filets de laiton, contenant deux flacons et une boîte, les cabochons à décor de scènes pastorales et galantes en émail peint et imprimé provenant de la manufacture de Birmingham, autour de 1760

Please note that there is a mistake in the catalogue and that this lot is illustrated under lot 30. The catalogue illustration is accurate. Good condition overall. Restoration to some of the mother of pearl panels, especially beneath the box. Some cracks to the enamel, especially to the top of the central box. A brass ring missing to the lid of the flask.
"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."

Les émailleurs anglais du XVIIIe siècle trouvaient leur inspiration dans des recueils de gravures dont le plus célèbre était The Ladies Amusement, publié en 1758-1762. Le décor du couvercle central de notre boîte à thé représente La Musique d'après une gravure de Jacopo Amigoni.