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A VARICOLOR GOLD SNUFF BOX WITH GENRE SCENES, THE SCENES PROBABLY 18TH CENTURY, THE BOX 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- apparently unmarked
- gold
- length 3 1/8 in.
- 8 cm
in Van Blarenburgh style, with scenes of a carnival before a chateau and a boating party in an elegant park, the sides with figures in swings, playing hide-and-go-seek, shepherd and shepherdess, and couples birding, the box with running laurel and acanthus
Condition
good condition, the scenes well-painted
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
See details of scenes online.