Lot 135 , A silver mounted enamel egg bonbonniêre, French, mid 18th century,

A silver mounted enamel 'egg' bonbonniêre, French, mid 18th century, decorated in raised gilding with cherubs and giant flowers on a green ground, later Dutch import mark, with morocco leather case
Estimate £300-500

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The base of the egg will detach from the silver rim. The enamel is damaged (cracked, chipped and repaired) on both sections close to the hinge. There is some minor pitting to the white enamel in places. The leather box has a few scuff marks but in generally good order.


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Sold for £260