22nd May, 2021 9:30 GMT/BST

Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
  Lot 2271
 

2271

A French Silver-Gilt and Enamel Minaudière, Maker's Mark Indistinct, Circa 1920, curved...

A French Silver-Gilt and Enamel Minaudière, Maker's Mark Indistinct, Circa 1920, curved oblong, the base and hinged cover with vari-coloured enamel flowers and foliage on a black enamel ground, opens to reveal various compartments, a mirror and a writing tablet, 8.3cm wide Provenance: Bonhams, London, 15 February 2012, lot 38.

Sold for £300
Estimated at £300 - £500


 

. Marked on most sections inside with French boar's head standard mark and further marked with maker's mark. The maker's marks are poorly struck and so not legible. There is a small chip to the enamel on one side and some wear and scratching to the enamel otherwise.

 


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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 22nd May, 2021

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