Lot 85
  • 85

A Rare Paktong Snuffer's Stand, circa 1760-70

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description

  • Together with brass pair of snuffers, 2 pieces
  • Paktong
  • Height of stand 3/4 in.
  • 12cm
on shell-decorated shaped circular base, quadrangular baluster stem, furn-form holder with scroll handle

Provenance

Rupert Gentle, Wiltshire, England

Condition

lead repair below holder, reinforcing solder underneath
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