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Grand Tour Serpentine Inkwell and Cover Inset with 7 Lava Stone Cameos, 19th C

$3,500
£2,661.60
€3,070.02
CA$4,902.86
A$5,487.27
CHF 2,865.21
MX$66,945
NOK 36,370.09
SEK 34,512.98
DKK 22,925.47
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About the Item

The 7 cameos of historical figures, fitted with 3 quill holders, 2 inkwells and a pounce pot. The underside of the lid is framed with a circular gouache depicting Naples with Vesuvius in the distance. Good condition with repaired hairline to marble case, small chip to edge of one of the cameos, mild rubbing to the gilt metal, slight staining to the sky area in the gouache.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)Diameter: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: listed in the description. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Spencertown, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18021stDibs: LU1620224368002

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