07-19-201407-19-2014
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2740BBoston
July 19, 2014 10:00 AMCalender
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Silver, Gilt-metal, Enamel, and Ivory Table Casket

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$9,840$8,000
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2740BLocation: BostonDate / Time: July 19, 2014 10:00AM

Description:

Silver, Gilt-metal, Enamel, and Ivory Table Casket, Continental, 19th century, the top with circular clock case set to the wheel of a horse-drawn chariot with maiden and putti, the rectangular case with grillwork to an ivory paneled body set with green gemstones and pearls, two hinged doors revealing interior portrait miniatures flanking ten drawers, all set on four paw feet, overall ht. 11 3/4 in.
Estimate $5,000-7,000

Ivory all very dry with numerous patches and cracks. The back ivory all curling. Clock does not work.


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