Sale 7907
London, South Kensington
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3 March 1998
Price realised
GBP 218
Estimate
A Continental rectangular enamel box the twin compartments with gilt metal mounts, the covers, interiors and sides painted in polychrome and en grisaille with figures in landscapes -- 8.5cm. wide, 19th century; a lozenge shaped snuff box, the cover showing young men astride bicycles and inscribed The Hobby Horse; and three other, various enamel boxes, one of kidney shape. (5)
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