A GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL BOÎTE-À-MINIATURE, FRENCH, CIRCA 1800
PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF LORD AND LADY FAIRHAVEN
A GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL BOÎTE-À-MINIATURE, FRENCH, CIRCA 1800
rectangular, the lid applied with a fixé sous verre miniature of the château and cascade of Saint-Cloud, by Jean-François Sebelle, called Lebelle, signed, apparently unmarked
9.3cm., 3⅝in. wide
Condition Report:
Generally good, gilt frame to miniature a little grubby
"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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PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF LORD AND LADY FAIRHAVEN
A GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL BOÎTE-À-MINIATURE, FRENCH, CIRCA 1800
rectangular, the lid applied with a fixé sous verre miniature of the château and cascade of Saint-Cloud, by Jean-François Sebelle, called Lebelle, signed, apparently unmarked
9.3cm., 3⅝in. wide
Condition Report:
Generally good, gilt frame to miniature a little grubby
"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."