Lot 57
  • 57

A THREE-COLOURED GOLD SNUFF BOX, PIERRE-CLAUDE MOTHE, PARIS, 1762 |

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
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Description

  • 7.7cm., 3 in. wide
ingot form, the lid, base and side panels centred with scènes de chasse over sunray engine-turning, the short sides with chased flowers around an arrow and a quiver, within interlaced borders, a floral decoration in each corner, maker's mark, charge mark of Eloi Brichard for 1756-1762, discharge mark of Jean Jacques Prévost for 1762-1768, Paris date letter, later French control marks

Condition

overall very good condition, a few very light surface scatches commensurate with time and age, light wear to the corners of the base
"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."