A GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL MINIATURE SNUFF BOX, JEAN-LOUIS LEFERRE, PARIS, EARLY 19TH CENTURY

PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF LORD AND LADY FAIRHAVEN

A GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL MINIATURE SNUFF BOX, JEAN-LOUIS LEFERRE, PARIS, EARLY 19TH CENTURY

rectangular, the lid applied with an earlier miniature depicting a château and its gardens, traditionally identified as Château de Chanteloup, in the manner of the van Blarenberghe family, late 18th century, maker’s mark, gold-lined; together with a rectangular miniature of an orangerie, school of van Blarenberghe, late 18th century, bearing initials VB l.r. in a silver-gilt frame
7.9cm., 3⅛in. wide; 8.5cm., 3⅜in. wide

Condition Report:
First in generally good condition, the gold lining a little pitted, gilt frame to the miniature rubbed
Second, miniature, generally good

"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."