Dr. Steve Stewart Collection: A Physician’s Passion | June 6, 2024
Thu, Jun 6, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 642
Two Tahan Gilt Bronze and Mother of Pearl Inlaid Vanity Boxes
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
19th century, rim interiors stamped "Tahan/Paris", comprising: ovoid form with reticulated quatrefoil frame with mother of pearl insets, lid with inset cameo plaque, 5 x 7-1/4 x 6 in.; elongated form with bronze mounts, scrolled feet, fold down front panel, 4 x 12 x 5 in.
Provenance: Collection of Steve Stewart, Lake Lure, North Carolina
Condition
surface dirt, scattered areas of discoloration to bronze; smaller with minor warping and areas of lifting at frame under reticulated sections, staining and tears to interior liner; larger with some chips and losses at edges
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Collection of Steve Stewart, Lake Lure, North Carolina
