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1479 - Round tortoiseshell box with gold mount, France, late 18th c…
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Estimate CHF 2,000 - CHF 3,000
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Round tortoiseshell box with gold mount, France, late 18th century; the lid features, centred, a miniature portrait, probably of Catherine II of Russia in court dress, after Johann Baptist von Lampi, the lid and band feature a radiating decoration of fine rose gold lamellae set into a brown tortoiseshell ground, framed by finely chiselled gold borders with foliage friezes; interior in brown tortoiseshell; diameter 7.5 cm Some missing sections and lifting of the rose gold bands Several nails are missing from the setting CITES – September 2026 + Export or dispatch restrictions may apply to this lot. Please consult the ‘Further Information’ tab before bidding. Please note: this lot contains ivory, coral and/or tortoiseshell. A CITES permit will be required for any transport outside Switzerland. Please check with your customs authorities and your carrier regarding the applicable regulations before bidding. We would also like to draw your attention to the fact that Piguet does not offer any shipping services for lots containing materials subject to CITES regulations. The buyer is solely responsible for organising transport and obtaining the necessary authorisations. + Export or shipping restrictions may apply to this lot. Please consult the ‘Additional Information’ tab before bidding. Please note: this lot contains ivory, coral and/or tortoiseshell. A CITES permit will be required for any transport outside Switzerland. Please check with your local customs authorities and your shipping carrier regarding applicable regulations before placing a bid. Please also note that Piguet does not provide shipping services for lots containing materials subject to CITES regulations. The buyer is responsible for arranging transport and obtaining any required permits.
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About the sale Collectables & Curiosities – Light fittings – Works of art – Clocks – Mirrors – Furniture – Rugs
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Auction time 09/22/2026 at 10:00 AM
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