THE PROPERTY OF A LADY (Lots 323-356)
A PAIR OF LOUIS XV ORMOLU CHENETS

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A PAIR OF LOUIS XV ORMOLU CHENETS

Surmounted by associated figures of a classically clad cherub holding a floral wreath and a maiden holding a blossoming basket on a pierced base of scrolling rocaille and foliage, struck with the 'C' couronnée poincon--14½in. (37cm.) high (2)

Lot Essay

The 'C' couronée poincon was a tax mark in use in France between March 1745 and February 1749 on any alloy containing copper.