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A two-colour gold cagework and enamel snuff box, Vienna, circa 1790
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- A two-colour gold cagework and enamel snuff box, Vienna, circa 1790
- gold, enamel
- 8.2cm., 3 in. wide
oval, the mounts chased with ovolos and foliage enclosing panels decorated in enamel and paillons with a honeycomb pattern within blue borders, the lid inset with a later oval enamel plaque painted en grisaille on luminous pink with classical figures, gold-lined, town mark W below a crown, possible maker's mark scrolled rectangle containing initials apparently C.M, and another illegible mark
Provenance
The property of a gentleman, Sotheby's Geneva, 7 May 1982, lot 176
Condition
some small cracks on panels throughout; solder marks at top of sides, join at back inside, interior sides pitted
"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."