Lot 75
  • 75

Boîte à miniature en écaille cerclée d'or par Auguste-Gaspard Turmine, Paris, 1786

Estimate
300 - 500 EUR
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Description

  • Boîte à miniature en écaille cerclée d'or par Auguste-Gaspard Turmine, Paris, 1786
  • gold and tortoiseshell
  • Diam. 7,8 cm ; 3 1/4 in
la miniature, signée et datée mais non lisible, représentant l'Enfant coupable

Condition

top gold rim detached from box. Some minor chips on top of box, under mount, one crack on cover rim. A slight scratch under the base. Otherwise in 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. 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."