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A GOLD-CASED CARNELIAN FOB SEAL, LATE 18TH CENTURY | A gold-cased carnelian fob seal, late 18th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- carnelian, gold
- 3.5 cm. high
openwork scrolled handle with reeded ring and mount, the cut-cornered rectangular carnelian matrix engraved with a monogram
Provenance
According to family tradition the seal belonged to Madame Mère, Maria Letizia Ramolino, whose monogram is said to be engraved on the matrix.
Prince Victor Napoléon (1862-1926);
Prince Louis Napoléon (1914-1997)
Condition
Rubbing to gold revealing metal below on edges. Chipping to edges of engraving of cipher.
"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."