A LOUIS XVI GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL BONBONNIERE
Prospective purchasers are advised that several co… Read more
A LOUIS XVI GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL BONBONNIERE

PARIS, 1774/1775, WITH THE CHARGE AND DECHARGE MARKS OF JEAN-BAPTISTE FOUACHE 1775-1781

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A LOUIS XVI GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL BONBONNIERE
PARIS, 1774/1775, WITH THE CHARGE AND DECHARGE MARKS OF JEAN-BAPTISTE FOUACHE 1775-1781
The circular tortoiseshell box, the cover, sides and base set with alternating vertical strips of gold and lacquer, the cover set with a portrait miniature of a young lady in a green dress with flowers in her hair
3 in. (77 mm.) diameter
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Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.

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