31st Jan, 2019 10:30

The Silver Auction

 
  Lot 855
 

A CONTINENTAL SILVER GILT AND ENAMEL PILL BOX AND A FRENCH PORCELAIN PILL BOX

CONTINENTAL SILVER GILT AND ENAMEL PILL BOX,
of circular form, the cover with guilloche enamel and handpainted with a scene of a lady and gentleman, the exterior encrusted with flowers, gilt interior, 3cm wide; along with a French porcelain pill box of oval form, handpainted with flowers and blue scrolls, 3cm high (2)

 

A condition report is offered as an indication of any issues visible to the naked eye. As none of our staff is a professional conservator or restorer, buyers must satisfy themselves in respect of condition. The condition report does not form part of any contract between McTear's and the buyer, and all lots are offered "as is" in accordance with our Terms of Business available on our website.

 

Sold for £75
Estimated at £50 - £80


Condition Report


  • Round pill box: wear consistent with age, grazing to rim and rim of lid interior, painted lid top appears intact, tarnishing to border around painted surface of lid, colour good to floral decoration around pull box

  • Oval pill box: Minor wear to gilt and paint work, some dirty residue and tarnishing of metal, some scratches to body, no obvious cracks or chips

  • Additional photographs added

 
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