A TWO-COLOUR GOLD PILL BOX, PROBABLY JACQUES-ALEXIS JARRY, PARIS, 1786
A TWO-COLOUR GOLD PILL BOX, PROBABLY JACQUES-ALEXIS JARRY, PARIS, 1786
circular, engine-turned with pellets scattered on concentric reeding, within husk and flower borders, maker’s mark, charge and discharge marks of Henri Clavel, Paris date letter for 1786
5.1cm., 2 in. diam.
Condition Report:
Some wear throughout, otherwise in good order. The rim in the base possibly re-fitted as of different colour gold (visible only from inside), small dent to the footrim
"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 TWO-COLOUR GOLD PILL BOX, PROBABLY JACQUES-ALEXIS JARRY, PARIS, 1786
circular, engine-turned with pellets scattered on concentric reeding, within husk and flower borders, maker’s mark, charge and discharge marks of Henri Clavel, Paris date letter for 1786
5.1cm., 2 in. diam.
Condition Report:
Some wear throughout, otherwise in good order. The rim in the base possibly re-fitted as of different colour gold (visible only from inside), small dent to the footrim
"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."