拍品 1289
  • 1289

A CONTINENTAL GOLD AND ENAMEL SNUFF BOX, SWISS OR GERMAN, CIRCA 1810 |

估價
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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描述

  • marked with wheel-like mark and another not clear
  • gold, enamel
  • length 3 1/2 in.
  • 9 cm
rectangular, decorated with periwinkle blue enamel within white and black line borders with foliage at the angles, the lid centered by chased varicolor gold bouquet in high relief on sablé ground within leaf border with black enamel, the base with chased swirled flowerhead with champlevé pale blue and black enamel

Condition

Minor surfaces scratches on base, otherwise good, central panel may be 20-30 years later
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.