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CIRCA 1740
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AN EARLY LOUIS XV ORMOLU LOCK
Circa 1740
Of shaped rectangular cartouche form, cast overall in relief with scrolling foliage, strapwork and rocaille on a pounced ground, the top and sides similarly cast, lacking key but with three locking throws, now mounted on a red silk-velvet plinth, lacking handles
4in. (10cm.) high, 10in. (25.5cm.) wide
Circa 1740
Of shaped rectangular cartouche form, cast overall in relief with scrolling foliage, strapwork and rocaille on a pounced ground, the top and sides similarly cast, lacking key but with three locking throws, now mounted on a red silk-velvet plinth, lacking handles
4in. (10cm.) high, 10in. (25.5cm.) wide