Lot 737
  • 737

Probably Pontypool, Wales, 19th century

Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description

  • Pair of Book Carriers
  • Tole, gilt
  • 26.5 by 34.5 by 20.5cm., 10½ by 13½ by 8in.
  • Made in the first half of the 19th century.
gilt and green painted tole, each with brass bun feet

Provenance

Eila Grahame, London

Condition

These are very unusual and generally in good order, considering age and use. There is typical wear to gilding and surface scratches to paint from age.
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