"KING CLOVIS IN FULL ARMOR" A LARGE PAIR OF GEM-SET CARVED IVORY FIGURES Germany, circa 1880

set on ebonized pedestals with silver, pearl and color paste clasps, the figures finely carved and set with gem stones.

Overall in good condition. Very minor yellowing and vertical hairline cracks filled with dirt in places, consistent with age and environmental effects. Seams of construction visible. Although the gemstone losses have not been counted please note that several are missing. One figure lacking his shield.
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