An oval shell cameo brooch, depicting a female bacchante, the surround with imitation pearl decoration. | Christie's

Sale 7387

Jewellery

London, South Kensington

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29 October 1996

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Lot 84

An oval shell cameo brooch, depicting a female bacchante, the surround with imitation pearl decoration.

Price realised

GBP 218

Estimate

GBP 200 - GBP 250

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An oval shell cameo brooch, depicting a female bacchante, the surround with imitation pearl decoration.
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