Lot Essay
The identification of the present sitter is supported by a marble bust by Edward Hodges Baily (1788-1867), dated 1838, in the National Portrait Gallery, London, NPG 6365.
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IN THE MANNER OF RUNDELL, BRIDGE & RUNDELL, LONDON, CIRCA 1830
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A REGENCY GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL SNUFF-BOX
IN THE MANNER OF RUNDELL, BRIDGE & RUNDELL, LONDON, CIRCA 1830
Rectangular black tortoiseshell box with waisted sides, the cover set with a white cameo of Phillip Rundell (1746-1827) in profile to the left, within flower and scroll-chased wreath border, polished gold mounts, engraved flower and rocaille thumbpiece
3 1/8 in. (80 mm.) wide
IN THE MANNER OF RUNDELL, BRIDGE & RUNDELL, LONDON, CIRCA 1830
Rectangular black tortoiseshell box with waisted sides, the cover set with a white cameo of Phillip Rundell (1746-1827) in profile to the left, within flower and scroll-chased wreath border, polished gold mounts, engraved flower and rocaille thumbpiece
3 1/8 in. (80 mm.) wide
Special notice
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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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