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WITH THE EXPORT DISCHARGE MARK OF HENRY CLAVEL 1782-1789 THE MINIATURE IN THE MANNER OF HENRI-JOSEPH VAN BLARENBERGHE
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A LOUIS XVI THREE-COLOUR GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL BOITE-A-MINIATURE
WITH THE EXPORT DISCHARGE MARK OF HENRY CLAVEL 1782-1789
THE MINIATURE IN THE MANNER OF HENRI-JOSEPH VAN BLARENBERGHE
Circular blonde tortoiseshell box with swirling three-colour gold piqué-posé inlay and flower paillons, waterleaf stamped and reeded gold mounts, the independent lid set with a gouche on card miniature depicting a lady being put to bed by her attendants and a seated admirer, painted in the manner of François Boucher
2 3/8 in. (60 mm.) diam.
WITH THE EXPORT DISCHARGE MARK OF HENRY CLAVEL 1782-1789
THE MINIATURE IN THE MANNER OF HENRI-JOSEPH VAN BLARENBERGHE
Circular blonde tortoiseshell box with swirling three-colour gold piqué-posé inlay and flower paillons, waterleaf stamped and reeded gold mounts, the independent lid set with a gouche on card miniature depicting a lady being put to bed by her attendants and a seated admirer, painted in the manner of François Boucher
2 3/8 in. (60 mm.) diam.
Provenance
Gontaut-Biron Collection and by descent to the present owner.
Special notice
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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