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Four erotic silver cigarette cases with full-length nudes, early to mid 20th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- silver, enamel
- height of tallest 4 in.
- 10.2 cm
one with winged nymph in a spring forest, well-painted, marked 800 on thumbpiece; one with girl smelling a calla lily, Reed & Barton; one with girl among irises, marked 84 on thumbpiece, possibly Russian; and one with maker's mark HF flanking a clover, mid 20th century
Condition
first with mark to silver along right edge of scene, possibly a flux over enamel; second with a few minor scratches, third a little rough around edges, some restoration at top right corner edge; last with restoration at corners of scene, some minor scratches
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.