Lot 134
  • 134

A French parcel-gilt silver counter dish, François Housseau, Paris, 1717-1722

Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • silver, silver-gilt
  • 9.2cm., 3 3/4 in. diameter
circular with scalloped rim and fluted sides, later engraved with the profile of Louis XVI on a matted ground

Condition

Marks very rubbed, makers mark distinguishable. Parcel-gilding is worn, engraving crisp.
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