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A 19th century French Limoges enamel casket, of octagonal form with jewelled floral decoration and foliate pad feet, 18cm wide, 18cm deep, 10cm high

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Good untouched condition, main ormolu body has now matted down to a slightly dull bronzed tone with some oxidisation spots, hint of retouching and chipping around the lock which comes with a key but struggles to work, a few tiny losses of jewelling.

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Auction Date:

12th Dec 23 at 10am GMT