Rectangular snuffbox in vermeil (950) decorated on all sides with a sacrifice on the altar of Love, on the lid with a gallant scene in a park, Minerva and a putto, and animated landscapes with rabbits, waders or ducks. Gilded interior. Goldsmith's hallmark: Antoine DAROUX, received Master in 1735. Poinçon de Jurande [Z] de PARIS for 1763. Poinçon de Charge de PARIS for 1762-1768. Poinçon d'exportation [âne] for the period 1768-1774. Repoinçonnée au Crabe. Weight : 158.9 g. - 3.8 x 7.7 x 5.7 cm. Heavy wear and scratches to the gilding; bumps, deep scratch on the lid.
Estimate
€400 - €500
Result
€1,200
Buyer's premium
25%
Rectangular snuffbox in vermeil (950) decorated on all sides with a sacrifice on the altar of Love, on the lid with a gallant scene in a park, Minerva and a putto, and animated landscapes with rabbits, waders or ducks.
Gilded interior.
Goldsmith's hallmark: Antoine DAROUX, received Master in 1735.
Poinçon de Jurande [Z] de PARIS for 1763.
Poinçon de Charge de PARIS for 1762-1768.
Poinçon d'exportation [âne] for the period 1768-1774.
Repoinçonnée au Crabe.
Weight : 158.9 g. - 3.8 x 7.7 x 5.7 cm.
Heavy wear and scratches to the gilding; bumps, deep scratch on the lid.
Sale
Thursday 15 June 2023・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 12 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris