拍品 202
- 202
A LOUIS XV GOLD AND ENAMEL SNUFF BOX, CHARLES LE BASTIER, PARIS, 1769 |
估價
60,000 - 80,000 USD
招標截止
描述
- marked inside cover, side and base, stamped 1786 and with "vache" discharge mark for export
- enamel, gold
- length 3 1/2 in.
- 8.9 cm
oval, the cover mounted with a grisaille miniature of a sacrifice at an altar of love, the surfaces enameled in pink and translucent blue with panels of flowerheads and sprigs, the base with a trophy, borders of running laurel and entrelac
Condition
some translucent blue details possibly restored, otherwise good
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.