Lot 696
  • 696

Two enamel boxes with gilt-metal mounts

Estimate
1,200 - 1,400 EUR
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Description

  • enamel, gilt metal
  • Larg. 10 et 8,5 cm
the first of navette form, painted on lid and sides in the manner of Johann Bechdolff of Ellwangen with lovers and landscapes; the other, double-opening, formed as a wheelless carriage and painted with travellers, the interiors of the lids painted with carlins, probably 19th century

Condition

First with wear to enamel and gilt mounts; Second with one lid detached
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