Sale 5280
London, South Kensington
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28 October 2007
Price realised
GBP 275
Estimate
A CARVED GILTWOOD JARDINIERE In the George III style, early 20th century The scroll handle and lobed body on spreading circular foot with acanthus leaf decoration, internal tin liner 13 in. (33 cm.) high; 18 in. (45.7 cm.) wide overall
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