Lot 57
  • 57

A pair of French enamel plaques Paris, circa 1890

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • enamel and giltwood
  • overall height 14 3/4 in.; width 12 1/4 in.
  • 37.5 cm; 31 cm
depicting Queen Marie-Catherine LeszczyƄska of France and Madame de Pompadour, within giltwood frames.

Condition

The first with an inpainted chip to left edge, the giltwood frame with minor scratches and wear; the other with a chip to top edge; overall each with minor wear to the edges.
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