A GERMAN JEWELLED AND ENAMELLED HARDSTONE SCENT-BOTTLE
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A GERMAN JEWELLED AND ENAMELLED HARDSTONE SCENT-BOTTLE

CIRCA 1840

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A GERMAN JEWELLED AND ENAMELLED HARDSTONE SCENT-BOTTLE
CIRCA 1840
formed as a bacchanalian herm, draped with gold leaf and jewelled foliage and hung with bunches of red enamel grapes, the hinged base opening to reveal a scent-flask within
5 3/8 in. (132 mm.) high
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These lots have been imported from outside the EU for sale using a Temporary Import regime. Import VAT is payable (at 5%) on the Hammer price. VAT is also payable (at 20%) on the buyer’s Premium on a VAT inclusive basis. When a buyer of such a lot has registered an EU address but wishes to export the lot or complete the import into another EU country, he must advise Christie's immediately after the auction.

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