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A PINCHBECK AND HARDSTONE ÉTUI, LONDON, CIRCA 1760, AND THREE OTHER OBJECTS OF VERTU | A pinchbeck and hardstone étui, London, circa 1760, and three other objects of vertu
Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
the tapering étui in banded smoky agate with foliate scroll, the interior complete with original and later implements including ivory slips, 10cm, 4in; a Staffordshire white-ground enamel tubular bodkin case, circa 1765, the top forming a scent compartment, painted with pastorals and the motto: 'sincere en amitié', 11.5cm, 4 1/2in; and two German gold-mounted needle cases, one of amethystine and one of white quartz, each of curvaceous form with rose diamond pushpiece, 7.5 and 8.5cm; 3 and 3 3/8 in
Condition
First: agate top panel does not match, the implement holder does not fit flush; second, first two word of motto faded, pull of scentbottle compartment damaged; other two in good order
"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."