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a picture of a box with a picture of a woman on itan oval box with a picture of a woman in a blue dressa small box with a picture of a woman on itportrait of a lady in a blue dress with a gold framean image of a black and gold clock with roman numerals on it
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1482 - Tortoiseshell and gold box, France, late 18th century; the l…
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Estimate CHF 1,000 - CHF 1,500
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Tortoiseshell and gold box, France, late 18th century; the lid features a central miniature portrait of a woman on ivory; the tortoiseshell is decorated with gold inlay in the form of friezes and latticework, with simple baguette-set mounts; diameter 8 cm + Export or shipping restrictions may apply to this lot. Please consult the ‘Further Information’ tab before bidding. Good condition some loss to the gold-piqued decoration some screws are missing from the gold mountings Please note: contains ivory and 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. CITES – September 2026 + Export or shipping 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
Auction location
Auction time 09/22/2026 at 10:00 AM
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