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THE MICROMOSAIC ROME, CIRCA 1820
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AN ITALIAN GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL BONBONNIERE SET WITH A MICROMOSAIC PLAQUE
THE MICROMOSAIC ROME, CIRCA 1820
circular slightly waisted tortoiseshell box, the detachable cover set with a micromosaic plaque depicting the Doves of Pliny, within polished gold frame and mount
3¼ in. (82 mm.) diam.
THE MICROMOSAIC ROME, CIRCA 1820
circular slightly waisted tortoiseshell box, the detachable cover set with a micromosaic plaque depicting the Doves of Pliny, within polished gold frame and mount
3¼ in. (82 mm.) diam.
Provenance
Christie's, South Kensington, 28 September 2010, lot 632.
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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