A GOLD-MOUNTED AGATE SNUFFBOX, KIEBEL, SAINT PETERSBURG, CIRCA 1820
A GOLD-MOUNTED AGATE SNUFFBOX, KIEBEL, SAINT PETERSBURG, CIRCA 1820
circular, the hinged lid decorated with gold cagework scene of Leda and the Swan, the body furhter decorated with putti and scrolls, struck on the flange with maker's mark
diameter: 6.3cm, 2 1/2in.
Condition Report:
In good condition overall. The mounts and stone surfaces with minor surface wear, consistent with age. The top of the box with two small chips, approximalety 1-2 mm wide, at 1 o'clock. The bottom with two minor surface hairline cracks or natural stone fissures
"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."
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A GOLD-MOUNTED AGATE SNUFFBOX, KIEBEL, SAINT PETERSBURG, CIRCA 1820
circular, the hinged lid decorated with gold cagework scene of Leda and the Swan, the body furhter decorated with putti and scrolls, struck on the flange with maker's mark
diameter: 6.3cm, 2 1/2in.
Condition Report:
In good condition overall. The mounts and stone surfaces with minor surface wear, consistent with age. The top of the box with two small chips, approximalety 1-2 mm wide, at 1 o'clock. The bottom with two minor surface hairline cracks or natural stone fissures
"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."
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