A JEWELLED AND GOLD-MOUNTED HARDSTONE APPLIQUÉ PORTRAIT SNUFF BOX, PROBABLY BERLIN, CIRCA 1770
A JEWELLED AND GOLD-MOUNTED HARDSTONE APPLIQUÉ PORTRAIT SNUFF BOX, PROBABLY BERLIN, CIRCA 1770
circular, the porphyry ground applied on the lid with an oval painted ivory miniature of a gentleman with powdered hair en queue, wearing a military grey coat with red collar and gold lace facings and epaulettes, rose diamond frame, the ground and sides further applied in different bright hardstones and gemstones with a plethora of flowers, bows, insects and amorous trophies, unmarked
6.5cm., 2½in. diam
Condition Report:
Some minor portions of applique missing.
"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 JEWELLED AND GOLD-MOUNTED HARDSTONE APPLIQUÉ PORTRAIT SNUFF BOX, PROBABLY BERLIN, CIRCA 1770
circular, the porphyry ground applied on the lid with an oval painted ivory miniature of a gentleman with powdered hair en queue, wearing a military grey coat with red collar and gold lace facings and epaulettes, rose diamond frame, the ground and sides further applied in different bright hardstones and gemstones with a plethora of flowers, bows, insects and amorous trophies, unmarked
6.5cm., 2½in. diam
Condition Report:
Some minor portions of applique missing.
"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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