the paper leaf painted with a large vignette depicting Venus and Mars by the altar of love among companions, within scrolls and putti en grisaille, the reverse with a further putto en grisaille and a garland of flowers, the mother of pearl sticks and guards carved, pierced, gilt and silvered with putti among neoclassical elements, each guard with a portrait of a gentleman or a lady in contemporary dress, glazed on ivory, within paste frame, mother-of-pearl pivot, later quilted silk case

overall good condition despite minor tears and wear along edges and folds. giltand silvered ornaments coming off in some places and tarnished.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."