Lot 79
  • 79

An Italian arte povera and giltwood oval plaque 18th century

Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description

  • Oval plaque: 33cm. high, 26cm. wide; 1ft.1in., 10in. Encrier: 21cm. wide; 8¼ in. Basket: 14cm. wide; 5½in.
together with an Italian gilt-brass-mounted green lacquered kidney-shaped encrier, in 18th century style and an Italian lacquered basket, decorated with floral swags

Condition

Oval Plaque Some very minor chips generaly and wear to gilding. Charming piece in overall good condition. Encrier Gilt-metal is worn and dirty. In fair condition. Basket Part of handle missing. Some sections chipped off.
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