Sale 4082
London, South Kensington
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11 May 2006
Price realised
GBP 576
Estimate
TWO BOHEMIAN SCENT-BOTTLES AND STOPPERS MID 19TH CENTURY The first of pale ruby tint and teardrop form with a tulip-shaped stopper, gilt allover with flowers and foliage; the scond of opaque pink overlaid on white, enamelled and gilt with flowers and foliage 8 7/8 in. (22.5 cm.) and 8¼ in. (21 cm.) high (4)
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