Sold for $10,000

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Lot Description

A German Gold and Enamel Bonbonnière

Likely Hanau, 18th/19th Century

or circular form, the lid, side and underside decorated with blue enamel with paillons of stars and stylized-floral elements, the lid centered with an enameled plaque showing figures kneeling at a statue of Artemis, the frame of the plaque and edges of box decorated with. floral, foliate and geometric enamel banded decoration at intervals, with a fitted leather case.
4 ozt 3 dwt gross (129.9 g)
hallmarked with maker's mark, flower within lozenge and a crown over the letter 'T' on interior of lid and body, the flange stamped '1135' with small illegible mark in a rectangle cartouche
Diameter 3 1/4 inches.

Property from the Estate of a Prominent Kansas City Collector

Condition Report

In overall good, stable, attractive condition. The guilloche on underside with a few very small surface scratches, generally not noticeable unless viewed closely and in raking light. Two of the enamel "jewel" elements on border of lid less opaque than others, appears to be from production and not due to later damage or chipping. Examination under UV light does not show evidence of repair nor restoration. Additional images available upon request.

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