A LOUIS XVI MARQUETRY AND TULIPWOOD CROSS BANDED FITTED TOILET BOX
Late 18th Century
The box cover inlaid with a watery landscape flanked by Classical ruins with ivory Corinthian capitals, the front with a trophy inlaid with mother-of-pearl, the reverse and sides with music instrument trophies, 32cm wide; 22cm deep; 17cm high; the interior with mirror to hinged cover, fitted with three Mennecy Factory pomade pots and covers, decorated with floral sprigs, circa 1755-60, the largest, 8.5cm high
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£300 - £500
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Hammer price:
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£650 |
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.
The remaining contents including four glass faceted bottles and stoppers, a scallop-edged dish, funnel and cup with scroll handles, all with gilt-heightened edge, a key
This lot contains ivory and has been registered in accordance with the Ivory Act (section10). Reference No. HFRSYS1L
Prospective buyers should be aware that some countries have limitations on importing items made from endangered species, including materials such as coral, ivory, and tortoiseshell. Therefore, it is advisable for potential buyers to familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations before placing bids, particularly if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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