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Antique Hand Carved Grand Tour Spheres Diptych Form 19th Century

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A Superb Example of a matched pair of Grand Tour hand carved Spheres of circular diptych form and French origin, mid Nineteenth Century. Each opening to reveal superb carvings interiors in relief depicting devotional scenes within interiors, with hinged joints. Condition: Superb condition with no losses to carvings, original hinges are present. Measures (larger item) Height: (overall as shown when fully open) 2.5” (6cm). Width: (overall as shown when fully open) 4.75” (12cm). Location: Dublin City, Ireland. Affordable fixed charge Worldwide Store to door shipping offered by Seller. Please take time to scroll down below and click "More From This Seller" or favorite our Shop PATRICK HOWARD ANTIQUES to get your first dibs on our new inventory which is updated regularly with extraordinary and decorative affordable antiques.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Depth: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Please read full Condition Report within the actual listing.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin, IE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5035240625522

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