Lot 218
  • 218

An enameled gold scent flask, possibly French, mid 19th century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • apparently unmarked
  • Gold, enamel
  • length 3 3/4 in.
  • 9.5cm
flattened oval form, enameled on front with lovers led by cupid in classical landscape, enameled on back with a girl in similar landscape, matching cover, gold mounts engraved with foliage, a collar of half pearls

Condition

cover probably with some restoration and one small chip, otherwise good condition
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