Decorative Arts & Design

December 0914, 2023
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LOT 533

Lot 533

Swiss Enamelled Silver Singing Bird Box, c.1920

Swiss Enamelled Silver Singing Bird Box, c.1920
Lot 533 Details
Swiss Enamelled Silver Singing Bird Box, c.1920

with floral decoration in on a royal blue guilloché enamelled silver ground, two rear ivory feet absent
1.7 x 3.5 x 2.2 in — 4.3 x 9 x 5.5 cm

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $5,842.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Swiss Enamelled Silver Singing Bird Box, c.1920
  • Swiss Enamelled Silver Singing Bird Box, c.1920
  • Swiss Enamelled Silver Singing Bird Box, c.1920

CONDITION DETAILS

Missing two ivory feet, otherwise in substantially very good condition.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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