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CIRCA 1750
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A GEORGE II PINCHBECK NECESSAIRE
CIRCA 1750
Tapering case of oval section, the sides chased with bandwork and rocaille framing repoussé chased allegories of Fame crowned by Cupid on one side and Cupid giving a lesson on the other side, both on sablé ground, the slightly domed wavy cover chased with rocaille, the slightly domed base centred by a rosette, reeded borders, pinchbeck push-piece and incorporated pendant-loop, the interior fitted with scissors, hinged blade, two pencil-holders, bodkin, toothpick and ivory tablet
4 in. (102 mm.) long
CIRCA 1750
Tapering case of oval section, the sides chased with bandwork and rocaille framing repoussé chased allegories of Fame crowned by Cupid on one side and Cupid giving a lesson on the other side, both on sablé ground, the slightly domed wavy cover chased with rocaille, the slightly domed base centred by a rosette, reeded borders, pinchbeck push-piece and incorporated pendant-loop, the interior fitted with scissors, hinged blade, two pencil-holders, bodkin, toothpick and ivory tablet
4 in. (102 mm.) long
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.
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.
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