Lot Essay
Similar knife handles of this amusing model were sold in our Geneva Rooms, May 12, 1980, lot 27; and in Christie's Monaco, the Sir Charles Clore collection, December 6, 1985, lot 12
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SIX CHANTILLY KNIFE HANDLES
CIRCA 1740
Each modelled as standing Chinaman in blue hat, iron-red collar and sash, turquoise coat and yellow robe (two restored)--4in. (10cm.) long (6)
CIRCA 1740
Each modelled as standing Chinaman in blue hat, iron-red collar and sash, turquoise coat and yellow robe (two restored)--4in. (10cm.) long (6)