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AN UNUSUAL JEWELLED SILVER-GILT AND HORN PIQUÉ ÉTUI WITH GOLD MOUNTS, PROBABLY FRENCH, PROBABLY EARLY 18TH CENTURY | An unusual jewelled silver-gilt and horn piqué étui with gold mounts, probably French, probably early 18th century
估價
1,000 - 1,500 EUR
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描述
- An unusual jewelled silver-gilt and horn piqué étui with gold mounts, probably French, probably early 18th century
- horn, gold, silver-gilt, diamonds
- Haut. 9,5 cm ; 3 3/4 in.
the horn étui studded with flowers inlaid with rose diamonds, apparently unmarked
Condition
A most unusual piece; lid with triangular chip to horn revealing the surface below; several small cracks on sides; two rose diamonds missing on bottom row; dents on base rim. Generally good impression.
"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."
"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."