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Lot 1015
Group antique shagreen cases & spectacles
Sold
$250
Starting Bid: $150
Est.
$300 - $500
Live Auction
ABC: 3 Day Online-Only Auction
Description
19th/20th c., possibly French or Chinese, incl. (3) eyeglass cases, (2) with pairs spectacles inside, and (1) compact with mirrored silver interior, stamped "Cardeilhac" with maker's stamp in diamond "JPG", and worn Minerva mark, previous auction tags, 7.25"l x 3"w (largest case), 2"dia (compact)
Condition
Good, minor metal denting, particularly to case interiors, cases and compact do not close perfectly, light oxidation, well preserved **Note: Condition reports are based on visual inspection under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request a more thorough examination, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.
Provenance
Christie's sale 12607, Dec 17, 2015, lot 209