Lot Essay
The vendor informs us that this was purchased from Peter Dale Ltd. in 1966 for 400 gns.
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MID-19TH CENTURY, POSSIBLY FRENCH
Details
A MINIATURE ARMOUR FOR MAN AND HORSE IN LATE 16TH CENTURY STYLE
MID-19TH CENTURY, POSSIBLY FRENCH
Comprising an accurately modelled articulated full armour with lance, the hinged close helmet enclosing a carved and pierced ivory head, seated on a painted carved wooden horse with embroidered trapper beneath full body and head armour, the principle edges of the armour turned and roped throughout, on wooden base
18 ½in. (47cm.) high
MID-19TH CENTURY, POSSIBLY FRENCH
Comprising an accurately modelled articulated full armour with lance, the hinged close helmet enclosing a carved and pierced ivory head, seated on a painted carved wooden horse with embroidered trapper beneath full body and head armour, the principle edges of the armour turned and roped throughout, on wooden base
18 ½in. (47cm.) high
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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