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Boîte ovale en argent et vermeil, Jean Hannier, Paris, 1768
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- Boîte ovale en argent et vermeil, Jean Hannier, Paris, 1768
- parcel-gilt silver
- Long. 7,7 cm, 100,7 g ; 3 in long, 3oz 4dwt
le couvercle orné d'une scène représentant une allégorie de l'abolition de l'esclavage aux Etats-Unis, une révolte d'esclaves africains accompagnée d'un personnage de dos portant catogan, le ciel ouvert sur Zeus chevauchant un aigle et tenant des foudres dans la main droite, sur fond amati, encadrée d'une frise de feuilles, la bâte de trophées d'instruments aratoires et de musique, la base d'un trophée similaire, poinçon de maître, lettre date, charge et décharge de Julien Alaterre
Condition
clearly marks, slight wear on cover but otherwise nice, unusual design
"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."