Lot 338
- 338
A German vari-color gold, enamel, and diamond Royal presentation snuff box, C.M. Weishaupt Sohne, Hanau, circa 1860
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- marked inside base CMWS incuse, 14, and with Hanau city mark, the flange stamped with 1097 (the 0 overstruck by 9) and engraved with inventory number 3618
- Gold, Diamond
- length 3 1/2 in.
- 8.8cm
bombé shaped rectangular, the cover mounted with a diamond monogram of reversed Gs, set with old mine diamonds on a blue enamel ground, sides and base engraved with exotic flowers within boughs
Condition
several small dents to sides, otherwise good condition, chasing 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The monogram is probably that of George V of Hanover, cousin of Queen Victoria (1819-1878). He was crowned in 1851 and deposed by the Prussians in 1866.