A group of Oriental plated brass vesta cases, including an example formed as a frog and one formed as a mythical creature holding an inset compass in his claw -- 7.5cms and smaller (5) | Christie's

Sale 8380

Objects of Vertu and Portrait Miniatures

London, South Kensington

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18 May 1999

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Lot 175

A group of Oriental plated brass vesta cases, including an example formed as a frog and one formed as a mythical creature holding an inset compass in his claw -- 7.5cms and smaller (5)

Price realised

GBP 632

Estimate

GBP 250 - GBP 300

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A group of Oriental plated brass vesta cases, including an example formed as a frog and one formed as a mythical creature holding an inset compass in his claw -- 7.5cms and smaller (5)
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