Lot 329
  • 329

A SOAPSTONE 'LANDSCAPE' BOX AND COVER 17TH/18TH CENTURY

Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description

  • Soapstone
  • 10.3 cm, 4 in.
of circular section, the cover carved with an idyllic pavilion landscape situated amongst craggy mountains against a wave ground, the interior incised with a central stylised flower, the mottled stone of variegated beige, brown and crimson-red colour, later applied with kintsugi restoration

Condition

The box has been broken into five sections and restored with a gold-lacquer repair, the cover has been broken into two and similarly repaired, together with a gold lacquer repair to a circa 2cm., shallow rim chip.
"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 stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes '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."