A French gilt bronze and porcelain mounted desk set, last quarter 19th century
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A French gilt bronze and porcelain mounted desk set, last quarter 19th century

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A French gilt bronze and porcelain mounted desk set, last quarter 19th century
Comprising: an inkwell; a pair of candlesticks; a blotter; a seal handle; a letter opener, inscribed W.W.RICHMOND POWELL FROM THE POSTMASTERS OF EAST KENT, MAY 3 1888; a pen tray; and a chamberstick.
The porcelain decorated with reserves of putti, on red and blue grounds with gilt heightening, re-gilt
The candlesticks -- 10½in. (26.7cm.) high (8)
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No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis. This lot is subject to Collection and Storage Charges.

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