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A SMALL GOLD-MOUNTED ROCK CRYSTAL BOÎTE À BALLON, PARIS, 1755/6 | A small gold-mounted rock crystal boîte à ballon, Paris, 1755/6
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- 4.7 cm., 1 7/8 in. diameter
circular, the crystal cut and faceted in a star pattern, the gold rims chased with waves, the thumbpiece formed as a bow, partial maker's mark [?][C or G] A, perhaps for Jacques-Georges Autran (fl. 1733-circa 1775), charge and discharge marks of Julien Berthe, Paris date letter for 1755/6
Condition
Overall good condition, very minor surface wear to bottom of the inside
"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."