An Austrian Silver Snuff-Box Maker's Mark Indistinct, Probably Vienna, 1845
oblong, the hinged cover engraved boat on a lake and in a landscape, the sides and base engine-turned, the interior gilt 80mm wide, 3oz 9dwt, 108gr
Marked inside base and inside cover. There is some wear to the marks. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the engraving. There are some more obvious scratches inside. A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the Seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage people to see an item in person when possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report. Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession.
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oblong, the hinged cover engraved boat on a lake and in a landscape, the sides and base engine-turned, the interior gilt 80mm wide, 3oz 9dwt, 108gr
Marked inside base and inside cover. There is some wear to the marks. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the engraving. There are some more obvious scratches inside. A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the Seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage people to see an item in person when possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report. Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession.