A CARVED IVORY CANISTER IN THE FORM OF A MAN
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A CARVED IVORY CANISTER IN THE FORM OF A MAN

FRENCH, FIRST HALF 19TH CENTURY

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A CARVED IVORY CANISTER IN THE FORM OF A MAN
FRENCH, FIRST HALF 19TH CENTURY
Depicted wearing a cylindrical hat, scarf and smock and holding two fish in his left hand; the figure lifting from its base just above the hem of the skirt to reveal a cylindrical interior; on an associated circular ebonised wood plinth; very minor chips
7½ in. (19 cm.) high
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No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 15% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.

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