Lot 117 , A pair of late 18th century ormolu mounted lapis lazuli socles, diameter 10cm height 12.5cm
A pair of late 18th century ormolu mounted lapis lazuli socles, with laurel leaf and fluted decoration to the feet, label stating Hodgson Bequest, to the underside, diameter 10cm height 12.5cm
Estimate £200-300
Both a little dirty with clear lines running between the segmented joints of the veneer, one looking more patched than the other, feet a little dirty with some oxidisation but essentially good condition.
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Sold for £850