A FRENCH LEATHER CASED BOX 'LAVES DU VESUVE', 19TH CENTURY AND LATER

A FRENCH LEATHER CASED BOX 'LAVES DU VESUVE' 19TH CENTURY AND LATER Hinged case embossed with title to the lid, now containing 16 loose Specimen Marbles and Lava Stone from Vesuvius, inside of lid with plaque inscribed 'Angelica e Medoro' possibly after Aegidius Sadeler box 21cm square Provenance: Sotheby's London 14 April 2011, part lot , where purchased by Count Manfredi della Gherardesca Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. The case probably originally containing panels of carved lave- as per the remaining example to lid interior- now with associated sections of specimen stone. Case with edge and base wear and around the corner fixing studs, stones with edge losses Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer