Sale 5687
London
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31 October 1996
Price realised
GBP 5,520
Estimate
A pair of Venetian polychrome and parcel-gilt decorated blackamoor figures Late 19th Century Each wearing a turban and with 'embroidered' tunic and breeches, on faux marble panelled plinth and stepped base, the paint refreshed 65in. (165cm.) high (2)
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