A gold and enamel souvenir, probably French, late 19th century
Auction Closed
November 10, 04:38 PM GMT
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
A gold and enamel souvenir, probably French, late 19th century
tapering form, the front applied with an oval enamel medallion painted with children at play, the reverse with cut gold initials: LM, the translucent blue ground decorated with green and gold paillons, the lid inscribed: Souvenir / d'amitié, within chased and enamelled flower tendril borders, the interior with gold-topped pencil and associated ivory slips, unmarked
8.8cm., 3 1/2 in. long
This lot contains ivory. Due to recent changes in the laws of many countries (e.g. US, France) Sotheby's recommends that buyers check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid. Please note that Sotheby's will not assist buyers with CITES licence applications where a buyer elects to either collect or arrange their own shipping, nor will Sotheby's assist with the international movement of ivory by air, either as freight or through hand carry. Sotheby's shipping will only assist in shipping the lot to either domestic UK or EU destinations, where delivery is made by road transport. A buyer's inability to export or import these lots cannot justify a delay in payment or sale cancellation.
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