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18thC Italian baptismal font

$9,285.61
£6,911.25
€7,750
CA$12,718.97
A$14,146.27
CHF 7,386.74
MX$172,145.05
NOK 94,339.97
SEK 88,474.25
DKK 58,998.04
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Magnificent 18thC Italian baptismal font. Circular tank also lacquered in a soft color. Lid blue-lacquered inside and white-lacquered outside with beautiful gilt hand carvings. Main part white-lacquered with gilt hand carvings (leaves and spire) and green-lacquered grooves. Original patina. Wear and tear suitable with age.

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