Lot 82 , G. Roccheggiani of Roma. A 19th century ormolu and micro mosaic easel photograph frame, H.6in. plaque 3 x 1.75in.
G. Roccheggiani of Roma. A 19th century ormolu and micro mosaic easel photograph frame, inlaid with a panel of ruins, H.6in. plaque 3 x 1.75in.
Estimate £500-700
Ormolu is now oxidised down to dull brass tone but retaining some of the original gilding to the back. Micro mosaic rather dirty but with one tiny chip to the lower right black corner, otherwise good. Internal label is a little faded.
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Sold for £480