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NAPLES, MID-18TH CENTURY
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A SOUTH ITALIAN TORTOISESHELL, MOTHER-OF-PEARL, SILVER AND GOLD-INLAID RECTANGULAR PIQUE BOX
NAPLES, MID-18TH CENTURY
The rectangular top centred by a cartouche depicting the Forge of Vulcan, the angles with allegorical figures, the sides with C-scrolls and mythological figures
2 1⁄2 in. (6.5 cm.) high; 9 1⁄4 in. (23.5 cm.) wide; 6 3⁄4 in. (17 cm.) deep
NAPLES, MID-18TH CENTURY
The rectangular top centred by a cartouche depicting the Forge of Vulcan, the angles with allegorical figures, the sides with C-scrolls and mythological figures
2 1⁄2 in. (6.5 cm.) high; 9 1⁄4 in. (23.5 cm.) wide; 6 3⁄4 in. (17 cm.) deep
Provenance
Acquired from Robert Brossy, Rolle, Switzerland.
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.
This lot has been imported from outside of the UK for sale and placed under the Temporary Admission regime. Import VAT is payable at 5% on the hammer price. VAT at 20% will be added to the buyer’s premium but will not be shown separately on our invoice.
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