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A GOLD-MOUNTED BLOODSTONE SNUFF BOX, JOSEF WOLFGANG SCHMIDT, VIENNA, CIRCA 1800

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A GOLD-MOUNTED BLOODSTONE SNUFF BOX, JOSEF WOLFGANG SCHMIDT, VIENNA, CIRCA 1800

recatangular with rounded corners, the panels mounted by plain gold cagework, the lid framed by a chased scrolling floral border on a sablé ground, town mark, post 1838 French hibou control mark
6.6cm., 2⅝in. wide

Condition Report:
overall good condition; a natural flaw of circa 2.5cm to the bloodstone on the lid, two minute surface scratches at the back above the hinge

"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 BLOODSTONE SNUFF BOX, JOSEF WOLFGANG SCHMIDT, VIENNA, CIRCA 1800

recatangular with rounded corners, the panels mounted by plain gold cagework, the lid framed by a chased scrolling floral border on a sablé ground, town mark, post 1838 French hibou control mark
6.6cm., 2⅝in. wide

Condition Report:
overall good condition; a natural flaw of circa 2.5cm to the bloodstone on the lid, two minute surface scratches at the back above the hinge

"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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