ANTIQUE 19thC SWISS 18k GOLD & ENAMEL VINAIGRETTE, JEAN-GEORGES RÉMOND c.1800
Antique early-19th Century Swiss 18k gold vinaigrette, of rectangular form with cut corners, the lid features a seated cherub draped in red silk, engaged in writing, framed by a delicate border of pearls. The sides and base are adorned with intricate blue guilloché and white enamel, adding a refined touch of contrast. The interior is fitted with a hinged grill, exquisitely engraved to resemble delicate feathers, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Hallmarked with maker mark GR (Jean-Georges Remond). The formal closure of the Geneva firm of Guidon, Rémond, Gide & Co. on 1 January 1801 was followed by a division of the partners who opened their own firms. The marks of all three firms are to be found on the best Geneva gold and enamel snuff boxes of the period
Reference Number: A10238
This item is eligible for the Pushkin’s Promise scheme.
Antique early-19th Century Swiss 18k gold vinaigrette, of rectangular form with cut corners, the lid features a seated cherub draped in red silk, engaged in writing, framed by a delicate border of pearls. The sides and base are adorned with intricate blue guilloché and white enamel, adding a refined touch of contrast. The interior is fitted with a hinged grill, exquisitely engraved to resemble delicate feathers, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Hallmarked with maker mark GR (Jean-Georges Remond). The formal closure of the Geneva firm of Guidon, Rémond, Gide & Co. on 1 January 1801 was followed by a division of the partners who opened their own firms. The marks of all three firms are to be found on the best Geneva gold and enamel snuff boxes of the period
Reference Number: A10238
This item is eligible for the Pushkin’s Promise scheme.
Antique early-19th Century Swiss 18k gold vinaigrette, of rectangular form with cut corners, the lid features a seated cherub draped in red silk, engaged in writing, framed by a delicate border of pearls. The sides and base are adorned with intricate blue guilloché and white enamel, adding a refined touch of contrast. The interior is fitted with a hinged grill, exquisitely engraved to resemble delicate feathers, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Hallmarked with maker mark GR (Jean-Georges Remond). The formal closure of the Geneva firm of Guidon, Rémond, Gide & Co. on 1 January 1801 was followed by a division of the partners who opened their own firms. The marks of all three firms are to be found on the best Geneva gold and enamel snuff boxes of the period
Reference Number: A10238
This item is eligible for the Pushkin’s Promise scheme.
CONDITION
In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs.
SIZE
Height: 0.8 cm // 0.31 in
Width: 3.2 cm // 1.26 in
Depth: 2.2 cm // 0.87 in
Weight: 16.6 g // 0.59 oz