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a rare verte imari bidet with the royal french coat-of-arms
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a rare verte imari bidet with the royal french coat-of-arms

CIRCA 1720-25

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a rare verte imari bidet with the royal french coat-of-arms
Circa 1720-25
Of violin shape with everted rim, the interior and exterior enamelled with composite chrysanthemum and fruit sprays alternating with circular panels containing symbolic fans, each end with a coat-of-arms encircled by the Order of the Holy Ghost and the order of St. Michael, restored
20½ in. (52 cm.) long
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Lot Essay

The arms are those of the French Royal family. It is most likely that this service was ordered for King Louis XV in circa 1720 by his great uncle, the Regent Philippe d'Orleans. This important service must have been extensive judging by the diverse pieces which have appeared on the market over the years. It is possible that there were two services ordered between circa 1720 - 30, as reflected in stylistic differences. Another bidet bearing these arms was sold in our New York Rooms, 21 and 22 January 1998, lot 206. A triple spice-box sold in our Monaco Rooms, 22 June 1989, lot 77.

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