BOITE A THE EN "PIQUE" DU MILIEU DU XVIIIe SIECLE
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BOITE A THE EN "PIQUE" DU MILIEU DU XVIIIe SIECLE

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BOITE A THE EN "PIQUE" DU MILIEU DU XVIIIe SIECLE
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En écaille de tortue caret piquée et posée d'or, le couvercle polylobé centré d'une scène mythologique figurant l'éveil d'Endymion par Séléné, les côtés à décor de musiciens et de lambrequins, le couvercle découvrant un plateau en creux orné de putti muni d'une prise centrale
H.: 8 cm. (3 in.) ; L.: 12 cm. (4 ¾ in.) ; P.: 9 cm. (3 ½ in.)
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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. ƒ: In addition to the regular Buyer’s premium, a commission of 5.5% inclusive of VAT of the hammer price will be charged to the buyer. It will be refunded to the Buyer upon proof of export of the lot outside the European Union within the legal time limit. (Please refer to section VAT refunds)
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A MID-18TH CENTURY GOLD-PIQUE AND TORTOISESHELL TEA-BOX, NEAPOLITAN

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