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Premier Catalog Auctions - Session III

Sat, Sep 15, 2018 09:00AM EDT
Lot 1188

Fine Gilt Bronze Micromosaic Jewelry Box

Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000

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French/Italian, mid 19th century, lidded box with six micromosaic plaques of Roman views, including large oval scene of the Vatican with malachite inlaid border and black probably onyx frame, overall stamped geometric pattern, applied feet with milgrain accents, grosgrain fabric lined interior, with key, 3-3/4 x 5-1/2 x 4 in.

, Provenance: Bert Yelin Collection, New Rochelle, New York

Condition

minor wear to gilt surface, light stains and wear to interior, light stains and wear to interior, hairline cracks to malachite section

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