Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Richmond, Virginia Premier Auction

Sat, Nov 9, 2019 09:00AM EST
Lot 205

Monumental Capodimonte Jewelry Box

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

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Continental, probably 19th/20th century, porcelain, domed casket form, hand painted polychrome friezes depicting scenes of bacchanalia and mythological hunts in relief, interrupted by classical columns, gilt accents, metal fittings, hinged cover with clasp, dark red velvet lined interior, stamped underglaze blue mark [N] surmounted by a crown on base, 12-1/2 x 15-1/2 in.Provenance: Private Collection, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Condition

porcelain lid liberated from hinged metal fittings, crumbling adhesive, some surface grime, one side with 1/2 in. residual sticker, scattered paint and gilt loss
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