Lot 800
  • 800

A FOUR-COLOUR GOLD SNUFF BOX, PIERRE CHAUBERT, PARIS, 1775 | A four-colour gold snuff box, Pierre Chaubert, Paris, 1775

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • 6.9cm., 2 3/4 in. wide
oval, the lid with an oval swag-hung four-colour gold medallion chased with a parrot perched on a spade, a straw hat and a basket in landscape on a sablĂ© ground, surrounded by diaper-pattern engine turning, framed by a twisted leaf border, the sides and base similarly decorated, maker's mark, charge and discharge marks of J. B. Fouache, date letter, in a later green leather case

Condition

Overall very 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."