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Lot 178
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A set of enamel portrait medallions of the twelve Roman Emperors in a giltwood frame, late 19th century

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • wood (frame), Enamel
  • each: 6cm, 2¼in. high; the frame 44.2cm. high; 1ft.4½in.
the oval plaques painted with named profile portraits in grey tones against a pink ground

Condition

Some damaged to gilt wood frame. Some wear to velvet. Some staining and haircrack overall.
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