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flacon à parfums en or de trois tons, probablement Londres, vers 1820
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- flacon à parfums en or de trois tons, probablement Londres, vers 1820
- gold, gems, leather (cow)
- Haut. 6 cm ; 2 3/8 in
de forme ovale, le couvercle à charnière bordée de turquoises, de chaque côté à décor en haut relief de bouquets de fleurs et feuilles, le devant orné d'une fleur en pierres précieuses signifiant REGARD, le revers d'un petit compartiment pour une miniature ou une mèche de cheveux, les côtés ornés de péridots, l'ensemble sur un fond sablé, dans son étui d'origine en cuir rouge
of flattened oval form with hinged cap bordered with turquoise beads, the front and back applied in high relief with plumy flower sprays, the initials of the stones of the flower spelling: REGARD, the reverse with a small miniature or hair compartment, the sides set with peridots , the whole on a sablé ground, in original red leather case
of flattened oval form with hinged cap bordered with turquoise beads, the front and back applied in high relief with plumy flower sprays, the initials of the stones of the flower spelling: REGARD, the reverse with a small miniature or hair compartment, the sides set with peridots , the whole on a sablé ground, in original red leather case
Condition
very good condition although there is discolouration and glue on the turquoise rim. One bead cracked. Otherwise excellent condition. Lacking stopper. The cap does not fit perfectly and is possibly a replacement.
"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."