Lot 239
  • 239

A Charles X gilt-bronze mounted thuya wood and cristal du Creusot encrier, circa 1825

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Gilt-bronze, glass, wood
  • 23cm. high, 27cm. wide, 13cm. deep; 9in., 10¾in., 5in.
fitted with cristal du Creusot inkpots, on paw feet

Condition

In reasonable condition, with marks and scratches consistent with age and use. The glass jars (two of which appear to have been replaced) are not fixed to their bases. The gilt base of one loose. Minor lifting to one section of frieze veneer. The gilt-bronze would benefit from light cleaning.
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