Lot 305
- 305
Two Mexican varicolor gold cheroot cases, one by Jose Maria Martinez, assay master Antonio Forcada, both Mexico City, circa 1800-1820
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- the first marked inside base, the second apparently unmarked
- Gold
- height 2 5/8 in.
- 6.7cm
both oval with spring-loaded covers, the first chased with a cupid by a love altar and with a hound flushing a bird, the second with a couple by a love altar and with a man gesturing at an oversized plant, strapwork borders, with emerald thumbpiece (detached)
Condition
the first good condition, the second as noted re. loose stone thumbpiece
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.