07-12-200807-12-2008
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2417Boston
July 12, 2008 10:00 AMCalender
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Continental Carved Ivory Triptych Figure of Napoleon

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$3,200$2,700
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2417Location: BostonDate / Time: July 12, 2008 10:00AM

Description:

Continental Carved Ivory Triptych Figure of Napoleon, late 19th century, carved as a standing figure of Napoleon in Imperial garb, holding fleur de lis staff, his robe opening on hinges to a triptych scene of the marriage of Napoleon and Josephine, on turned ebonized wood base, ivory ht. 7 3/4, full ht. 9 3/4 in.
Estimate $1,200-1,500

Very good overall; areas of yellow discoloration and spotting do to extended exposure to nicotine; very few cracks; sceptre is glued to hand; carving good.

Keywords

Napoleon , Josephine, nicotine