Sale 9863
London, South Kensington
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15 June 2004
Price realised
GBP 777
Estimate
A Renaissance-style enamel and gold mounted bloodstone cameo pendant, the oval plaque carved in high relief to depict the bust length profile of Christ wearing the crown of thorns, over a partial profile of the Virgin carved in predominantly white low relief, to a gold frame and suspension loop decorated with black enamel, 19th century, 6.6cm. overall height. See Illustration
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