Sale 8563
London, South Kensington
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3 November 1999
Price realised
GBP 4,600
Estimate
A polychrome carved wood altar cresting, circa 1830 craved and pierced in relief with The Virgin flanked by cherubs and angels amidst scrolling foliage -- 34 x 90in. (86.4 x 228.6cm.)
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