A HARDSTONE SNUFF BOX WITH GOLD AND ENAMEL MOUNTS, CHARLES OUIZILLE, PARIS, 1788 AND LATER
A HARDSTONE SNUFF BOX WITH GOLD AND ENAMEL MOUNTS, CHARLES OUIZILLE, PARIS, 1788 AND LATER
circular, the cagework mounts decorated with garlands in champlevé and basse-taille enamels, enclosing later shimmering jade panels, applied on the lid, in the manner of mid-18th century Berlin, with a vase of brightly-coloured appliqué hardstone flowers, partial maker's mark, charge mark of Henri Clavel, dischage and countermarks of J.J. Kalendrin, the rim numbered: 130
7.6cm., 3 in. wide
Condition Report:
crack circa 2cm resulting from flaw on base, otherwise smart and crisp
"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."
Provenance:
The Collection of Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert
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A HARDSTONE SNUFF BOX WITH GOLD AND ENAMEL MOUNTS, CHARLES OUIZILLE, PARIS, 1788 AND LATER
circular, the cagework mounts decorated with garlands in champlevé and basse-taille enamels, enclosing later shimmering jade panels, applied on the lid, in the manner of mid-18th century Berlin, with a vase of brightly-coloured appliqué hardstone flowers, partial maker's mark, charge mark of Henri Clavel, dischage and countermarks of J.J. Kalendrin, the rim numbered: 130
7.6cm., 3 in. wide
Condition Report:
crack circa 2cm resulting from flaw on base, otherwise smart and crisp
"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."
Provenance:
The Collection of Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert