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PARIS, 1768-1774
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A LOUIS XV GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL-LINED LACQUER BONBONNIERE
PARIS, 1768-1774
circular tortoiseshell-lined striped lacquer box, the independent cover centred with a glazed tondo painted with a bouquet of roses framed by a light green circle and garland border, set against an engine-turned ground, concentric wavy and gadrooned gold mounts, the sides, base and cover of green and gold striped lacquer with reeded gold mounts
2 7/16 in. (62 mm.) diam.
PARIS, 1768-1774
circular tortoiseshell-lined striped lacquer box, the independent cover centred with a glazed tondo painted with a bouquet of roses framed by a light green circle and garland border, set against an engine-turned ground, concentric wavy and gadrooned gold mounts, the sides, base and cover of green and gold striped lacquer with reeded gold mounts
2 7/16 in. (62 mm.) diam.
Provenance
Possibly acquired by Alleyne FitzHerbert, later Baron St Helens (1753-1839), whilst in Paris circa 1782-83.
Lord St Helens and Sir William FitzHerbert; Christie's, London, 22 January 2009, lot 524.
Lord St Helens and Sir William FitzHerbert; Christie's, London, 22 January 2009, lot 524.
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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