Item Details
Description
French Napoleon III Boulle work scent box, 19th c., of cube form, hinged lid opening to divided interior, fitted with four blue to colorless cut glass perfume bottles with parcel gilt decoration, approx 4 3/8"h, 4.75"w, 4.75"d, 2.5lbs **Provenance: A prominent Terrytown, Austin, Texas estate**
Condition
5.17.24-In my opinion regarding LOT: 4065-The box does retain the key that operates the lock, hinges are secure, metal is intact with some spotting and patination, Boulle work is largely intact with some small inherent imperfections and small, metal trim at one side is slightly lifted at rear right corner base, see images, interior is as pictured, the bottles are overall intact with some minor roughness/chipping, slight wear and gilt loss, one has deep surface scratches underfoot, all commensurate with age and use
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Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please utilize the ASK A QUESTION tab found in each lot. All lots are sold as-is and where is. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, and Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds based on condition. Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.**NOTE: ALL JEWELRY & COIN LOTS REALIZING OVER $1,000 MUST BE PAID BY BANK WIRE**
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FRENCH NAPOLEON III BOULLE WORK SCENT BOX
Estimate $200 - $400
Starting Price
$150
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